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SASSAFRAS
Used extensively, especially by native Americans where use was made of the whole plant for culinary, medical and dental practices.
Genus of 3 species of generally dioecious, woodland deciduous trees.
Further Reading....
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Deciduous - dioecious trees (male and female flowers on separate plants)
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Full sun -
Partial shade -
Additional Features - Good to know - - grown for their stately habit and glossy, aromatic foliage which colours well in autumn. -
Pests & Diseases - none -
Place of origin - China, Taiwan, North America -
Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil - - humus-rich
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Neutral to acid soil - nearer to acid
Sassafras - Growing Guide
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SASSAFRAS albidum >
Commonly known as: Ague tree.
Very upright tree spreading by suckers with aromatic leaves and good autumn colour. A rare tree in the UK
