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Sassafras

Sassafras albidum

Description:

Medium to tall tree with heterophyllous leaves.

Habitat:

Growing as an under story tree. Hilly to mountainous terrain.

Notes:

The different types of mature leaves makes me think of Sassafras but I'm not sure.

1 species ID suggestions

emilyparrino
emilyparrino 10 months ago
Sassafras tree
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1 Comment

smcrenshaw
smcrenshaw 8 months ago

This tree is one of my favorites. The roots have an incredible taste and aroma. The original 'root beer' flavor.
Good share!

Mentone, Alabama, USA

Lat: 34.57, Long: -85.59

Spotted on Jul 4, 2012
Submitted on Jul 5, 2012

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