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Hop Ash or Wafer Ash (seed)

Ptelea trifoliata

Description:

This aromatic shrub or small tree produces a wafer like samara with a round seed and broad wings.

Habitat:

Wildlife habitat by a lake.


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3 Comments

YurianaMartínez
YurianaMartínez 9 months ago

i love seeds too. Your wellcome gatorfellows!

gatorfellows
gatorfellows 9 months ago

Thank you for the information. I love to show seeds when leading hikes and interesting facts are always good to know.

YurianaMartínez
YurianaMartínez 9 months ago

it is called "Palo del zorrillo" in Oaxaca and other parts of Mexico, its roots, very aromatic are used as a remedy for indigestion.

Texas, USA

Lat: 31.11, Long: -97.50

Spotted on Aug 3, 2012
Submitted on Aug 10, 2012

Spotted for mission

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