Oregon Ash
Fraxinus latifolia

Location: Bell Street
District: Centerville
Native to: California
Tree type: flowering
Leaf retention: deciduous

Comments: Broadleaf deciduous tree native to Washington, Oregon and California. Pinate compound leaves 12 to 16 inches long with 5 to 9 oposite leafelets, yellow flowers, and single seed samara. Found in forest areas where Big Leaf Maple acer macrophyllum can grow. Mature height to 60 feet.

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NOTICE: This specimen is located on private property.  DO NOT TRESPASS!  No right to enter private property to view the specimen tree is granted by the Roadside Arboretum.  To prevent the transfer of disease and other considerations, do not touch or take samples from the specimen tree or any other plants on the property.

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Photo provided by Nelson Kirk