OLEACEAE 

 Green Ash 



Fraxinus pcnnsylvanica lanceolata (Borkh.) Sarg. [Frajfinvs 

 lanccolata Borkh.] {Fraxinus viridis Michx. /.] 



Considered by some authors to be a distinct species, and by 

 others a variety of F. pcnnsylvanica Marsh., which it resembles. 

 The main points of difference are : 



The usual absence of pubescence from the branchlets, 

 the underside of the leaflets, and the petioles. 



The rather narrower, shorter, and more sharply 

 serrate leaflets. 



The color of the leaves, which is bright green on 

 both sides. 



A very hardy tree, of rapid growth and desirable habit, mak- 

 ing it useful for ornamental and street planting. Easily trans- 

 planted. 



Of rare occurrence in Michigan, but has been reported from 



several localities. 



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