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Basswood
Basswood
Tilia americana
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Description
- The leaves of basswood are cordate shape and asymmetrical at the base. The bark is gray to light brown with narrow, well defined fissures.
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Description
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Habitat
- Deciduous or Hardwoods, Forest, Mixed Woods, Moist Woodlands
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Habitat
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Interesting Fact
- This tree is soil enriching, as it brings calcium and magnesium to the leaf litter and surface soil.
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Interesting Fact