Leaf Morphology
Leaf Type
Simple, deciduous
Shape
Elliptic to ovate with an asymmetrical base
Margin
Doubly serrate
Arrangement
Alternate
Venation
Pinnate with very straight, highly prominent parallel secondary veins
Key Features
Pronounced asymmetrical leaf base and straight parallel secondary veins ending in teeth
Description
A large deciduous tree featuring a graceful vase-shaped canopy, furrowed gray bark, and small inconspicuous wind-pollinated flowers followed by winged samaras
Habitat
Rich bottomlands, floodplains, and moist upland forests with well-drained soils
Native Range
Native to eastern North America, widely planted in urban landscapes across the continent
Identified on 10/14/2026