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sorbus decora

Photo by HollyReimer
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Field Notes

Description:

tall tree, green small leaves, Up to 15 meters tall
Can grow in different types of soil, even rocky soil
Has clusters of white flowers in spring
Compound leaves with jagged edges, the upper surface is darker green than underneath
Cone-shaped buds that are shiny and sticky
The bark is a dark brown, and smooth

Habitat:

schoolyard

Notes:

Karlene G, Kate K, Maddie M, Marissa S, Abby W, Holly R

Reference Links:

Sorbus decora from Wikipedia, Sorbus decora

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