Identifying Trees by Leaf, Bark, and Fruit

What is one of the key differences between red oak and white oak leaves?

• Red oak leaves have pointy ends, while white oak leaves have rounded ends.

• Red oak leaves are smaller than white oak leaves.

• Red oak leaves are always green, while white oak leaves change color.

• Red oak leaves have rounded ends, while white oak leaves have pointy ends.

How can you identify an ash tree by its leaves?

• Ash leaves are heart-shaped and grow in clusters.

• Ash leaves are needle-like and grow in bunches.

• Ash leaves are compound leaves with five to seven leaflets.

• Ash leaves are single leaves with a smooth edge.

What is a distinctive feature of boxelder trees?

• They have very smooth bark.

• They have very knotty and twisty branches.

• They have needle-like leaves.

• They have heart-shaped leaves.

Which tree is known for its long, straight trunk and large canopy?

• Cherry

• Cottonwood

• Pine

• Fir

What is a key characteristic of hickory nuts?

• They are smaller than a baseball.

• They are always green.

• They have a smooth husk.

• They split into four sections.

How can you identify a cherry tree?

• By its shaggy bark and small yellow leaves.

• By its large, smooth leaves.

• By its needle-like leaves.

• By its heart-shaped leaves.

What is a distinguishing feature of poison ivy leaves?

• They are needle-like.

• They are heart-shaped.

• They have three leaflets, often resembling a mitten.

• They are always green.

Which app allows you to identify trees by simply taking a picture?

• Arbor Day Foundation

• Wikipedia

• British Trees

• PlantNet

Which website is particularly useful for identifying native trees in the US and Canada?

• Arbor Day Foundation

• Wikipedia

• British Trees

• PlantNet

What should you do if you can't identify a tree using apps or websites?

• Guess based on the bark.

• Ignore it and continue exploring.

• Post a picture on social media and ask for help.

• Give up and move on.