Leaf Morphology
Leaf Type
Simple deciduous
Shape
Elliptic to obovate with an asymmetric base and zero lobes
Margin
Doubly serrate
Arrangement
Alternate with a short petiole
Venation
Pinnate with highly prominent, straight parallel veins ending at teeth
Key Features
Asymmetric leaf base, doubly serrate margin, and strongly pronounced parallel lateral veins
Description
Large deciduous tree with a vase-shaped crown, gray furrowed bark, small winged samara fruits, and yellow autumn foliage
Habitat
Bottomland forests, floodplains, and rich moist soils in full sun to partial shade
Native Range
Native to eastern North America, widely planted in urban landscapes
Identified on 10/14/2026