OLEACEAE 
Green Ash 
Fraxinus pennsylvanica lanceolata (Borkh.) Sarg. [Fraxinus 
lanceolata Borkh.| [Fraxinus viridis Michx. f.] 
‘Considered by some authors to be a distinct species, and by 
others a variety of F. pennsylvanica 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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