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| Scientific Name | Ptelea trifoliata | USDA PLANTS Symbol |
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| Common Name | Wafer Ash, Hoptree | ITIS Taxonomic Serial No. |
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| Family | Rutaceae (Rue) | SEINet Reference |
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| Description |
Habitat: Canyons, shady and open slopes. Plant: Shrub or small understory tree up to 12 feet tall. Leaves: Trifoliate leaves on long petioles each leaflet lanceolate to ovate, 1 to 2-1/2 inches long, lemon scent when crushed. Inflorescence: Many small white to yellow-greenish flowers in terminal clusters; 4 or 5 pointed petals and 4 or 5 stamens. Bloom Period: April. References: "Wildflowers of the Texas Hill Country" by Marshall Enquist and SEINet. |
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Texas Status: Native |
