Sassafras
Common Name: Sassafras
Species Name: Sassafras albidum (Nutt.) Nees
Family Name: Lauraceae
Plant Type: Trees
| Plant Facts | |
|---|---|
| Origin | North America |
| Duration | Perennial |
| Distribution in Oklahoma | Eastern quarter of state |
| Sun Preference | Moderately shade tolerant |
| Susceptibility | None, but exotic laurel wilt found nearby in AR & TX |
ID Characteristics
- Field Identification Characteristics
Shade tree, ornamental
- Leaf and Stem Characteristics
- Plant Height: 8-inch diameter, 40-foot height
- Leaves: Decidious Broadleaf
- Leaf Type: Simple
- Leaf Arrangement: Alternate
- Leaf Shape: Elliptical, with 2-3 broad, blunt lobes
- Stipules: No
- Floral Characteristics
- Petals: Small Clusters
- Flower Color: Greenish-yellow
- Flower Timing: Early Spring
- Fruit Type: Berry
| Habitat/Ecology | |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Hardwood forest understory, openings and clearings |
| Soil Type | Varies |
| USDA Cold Hardiness Zone | 6 to 8 |
| Successional Stage | Early to mid |