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Sassafras albidum

sassafras

Historically valued for medicinal use, Sassafras remains versatile, with trees remaining small in shade or growing tall when given sun and moist, acidic soils. The fall color on Sassafras ranges from red to purple, and it serves as larval host for many butterfly species.

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Height: 20-40 ft
Spread: 8-18 ft
Hardiness Zone: 4-9


Bloom Color: Insignificant

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
Species
Exposure
Sun
Part Shade
Soil Moisture
Average
Dry
Wet
Ecoregion
(84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
(59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
(83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
(58) Northeastern Highlands
Ornamental Interest
Fall Foliage
Attracts Wildlife
Attracts Songbirds
Attracts Bees
Host Plant
Tolerance
Drought Tolerant
Deer/Rabbit Resistant
Urban Environment
Salt Tolerant
Additional Attributes
Dioecious (fruits only on female plants)
Edible
Low Maintenance
Landscape Use
Massing
Naturalize
Specimen
Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental Fruit
Bright Yellow to Bronze Fall Foliage
Orange to Brown Fall Foliage
Red to Purple Fall Foliage
Growth Habit
Spreading/Suckering


North American Distribution


sassafras - Sassafras albidum from Native Plant Trust
sassafras - Sassafras albidum from Native Plant Trust
sassafras - Sassafras albidum from Native Plant Trust