Beneath the Bough

Rebuild our home, one tree at a time

Author: Hannah Ko

  • Dicentra formosa

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    Phonetic Spelling dy-SEN-truh for-MO-suh Common Names Appearance Habitats Found in moist woodlands and forest edges along the Pacific coast. Environmental Impacts Growth Factors Fun Facts

  • Larix gmelinii var. olgensis

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    Common Names: Phonetic Spelling: Description: Larix gmelinii var. olgensis, commonly known as Olgan Larch, is a deciduous coniferous tree that can grow up to 30-40 meters tall with a trunk diameter of up to 1 meter. It has a conical crown with horizontally spreading branches. The needles are soft, light green, and turn golden yellow…

  • Sassafras

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    Common Name Sassafras is commonly known as sassafras. Description Sassafras is a deciduous tree known for its aromatic properties, distinctive leaves, and historical uses. Key characteristics include: Location/Distribution Sassafras is native to North America, particularly in the eastern United States. Its distribution includes: Environmental Concerns Sassafras has a few environmental considerations: Other Information Sassafras is…

  • Achillea millefolium

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    Phonetic Spelling ah-KIL-ee-uh mil-eh-FOH-lee-um Common Names Appearance Habitats Environmental Impacts Growth Factors Fun Facts

  • Lythrum salicaria

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    Common Names: Phonetic Spelling: LITH-rum sal-ih-KAIR-ee-uh Description: Distribution/Location: Native to Europe and Asia, Purple Loosestrife was introduced to North America in the 19th century by trade and immigrats. It now thrives in wetlands, marshes, and alongside rivers and lakes across much of the U.S. and Canada. Environmental Concerns: Purple Loosestrife is highly invasive and can…