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Tree identification #870511

Asked May 28, 2024, 7:54 PM EDT

This was planted by Montgomery county on the verge. What tree is it? Thank you.

Montgomery County Maryland

Expert Response

It's hard to be certain from foliage alone (flower traits are key to plant ID), but it looks like Black Tupelo (Nyssa sylvatica), a native species known for its red-orange fall foliage color. Although another common name for the species is Black Gum, they are not related to Sweetgum and do not produce the same kind of spiky seed pod.

Miri
Answered by the Home and Garden Information Center (HGIC), University of Maryland Extension. For timely gardening information and tips, subscribe to our Maryland Grows blog and quarterly newsletter. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Replied May 29, 2024, 10:37 AM EDT

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