Eastern Cottonwood – Populus deltoides

Native To State: YES
Naturally Occurring: NO

Description

Appearance: Populus deltoides is a tall deciduous tree known for its triangular leaves and cottony seeds.

Leaves: The leaves are triangular or deltoid in shape, coarsely toothed, and often have a flattened petiole.

Flowers: The tree produces male and female flowers in separate catkins.

Fruits: The female catkins release cottony seeds that are dispersed by the wind.

Habitat: It is commonly found along riverbanks and in floodplains.

Distribution: Eastern cottonwood is native to North America.

Occurrence
One planted in north west corner along crick in 2018

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