Leaf Morphology
Leaf Type
Pinnately compound, deciduous
Shape
Lanceolate to ovate leaflets
Margin
Serrate to entire
Arrangement
Opposite
Venation
Pinnate venation with prominent midribs
Key Features
Opposite, pinnately compound leaf structure with stalked leaflets, distinctive of the Fraxinus genus.
Description
A medium to large deciduous tree featuring furrowed grey bark, compound foliage turning yellow to purple in autumn, and winged samara fruits.
Habitat
Mesic upland forests with well-drained, nutrient-rich soils under full sun to partial shade.
Native Range
Eastern and central North America, widely planted as a shade tree in urban landscapes.
Identified on 10/14/2026