Sassafras albidum
Sassafras
FAMILY: LAURACEAE
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Native to eastern and midwestern United States and Canada.
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Height is usually 30-60'.
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Leaves can have one or two lobes, or no lobes, often on the same tree. Rarely, three, four, and five lobed leaves will occur.
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Sassafras roots were used to make root beer before being banned.
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Dried ground leaves are used to make a Filé powder to flavor traditional gumbo recipes.
Tree # | Location | Dimensions | Photo and Notes |
344 |
5901 N Borthwick Ave |
37' Height |