TREASURE TREES
#016 Sassafras (Sassafras albidum)
There is little documentation about this tree’s history. According to Google Earth Pro imagery, it was likely removed, but this has not been confirmed.
Statistics (1992)
- Circumference (In.): 57
- Height (Ft.): 70
- Avg. Crown Spread (Ft.): 25
- Total Points: 133
More Information
- Nominated By: Jeanne Barnette
- Year Added: 1992
- Owned By: Private
- Current condition: Unknown
- Neighborhood: Madison Park
- Property Type: Private
- Nearest Address: Private property
- Ecological Value: The Sassafras tree is very useful. Native Americans used the oil in tonics for medicine and the wood is currently used to make furniture.
- Nominated By: Jeanne Barnette
- Year Added: 1992
- Owned By: Private
- Current condition: Unknown
- Neighborhood: Madison Park
- Property Type: Private
- Nearest Address: Private property
- Ecological Value: The Sassafras tree is very useful. Native Americans used the oil in tonics for medicine and the wood is currently used to make furniture.