Encyclopedia of Stanford Trees, Shrubs, and Vines

Polulus balsamifera trichocarpa. BLACK COTTONWOOD. Alaska to northern Baja California
SALICACEAE (Willow family)

Native tree found in the lower reaches of streams in the area, including Jasper Ridge, where a close-up look can be afforded near the base of the dam.

Illustrations (links open new windows): habit |

Additions/Revisions:

Name derivation, genus | species

Related material:

Botanical name index | Common name index | Family
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