Sassafras, Sassafras albidum



Habitat: Woods and wood edges, especially in poor soils.

Characteristics: Usually a small tree but may grow as high as 100 feet. Leaves may be of 3 different forms, even on one tree. The leaves are spicy and fragrant when crushed and turn scarlet in the autumn.

Friday, 29-Jun-2001 11:51:07 EDT