Common Name: Sassafras
Scientific Name:
Family: Lauraceae
Genus: Sassafras
Species: albidum
Hardiness Zone: 4 to 9
Height: 50 to 80 ft
Width: 25 -40 ft
Common Characteristics:
Sassafras bark is cinnamon brown and has deep grooves that contain an aromatic oil called safrole that has a spicy scent. Its small yellow flowers bloom in March and April. Fruit are small blue berries that grow on bright red pedicles.
How it is Used:
The leaves, root bark, and wood of Sassafras has many medicinal purposes. The root bark is used to make tea.