Tree Family Descriptions

Question 1

Aceraceae (Maple)

Answer 1

used for maple syrup and wood products, has samaras.

Question 2

Hippocastanaceae

Answer 2

opposite palmately compound, white flowers, husked fruits (nonedible), require rich deep well-drained soils
Affected by blotch and scorch

Question 3

Fagaceae

Answer 3

surface rooted, transplant in the spring, climax plants

affected by Beech Bark Complex

Question 4

Betulaceae

Answer 4

northern genus, depletes as you go South, true pioneer

Affected by bronze birch borer