Bigtooth Aspen
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Bigtooth Aspen
Populus grandidentata
Bigtooth Aspen has big, round leaves that are fun to see in the wind! This tree is also known for its white bark.
Habitat: Woodlands and hills
Appearance
The Bigtooth Aspen is a tall, slender tree with smooth, greenish-gray bark that develops furrows with age. Its distinctive leaves are broadly oval with large, rounded teeth, turning a brilliant gold or orange in autumn, making its canopy stand out.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderMalpighialesFamilySalicaceaeGenusPopulus
Category
TreesRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Snaps
1
Interesting facts
Aspens are famous for their leaves that 'quake' and shimmer with the slightest breeze!
One Bigtooth Aspen colony in Michigan covers over 100 acres and is one giant living thing!
Their smooth, pale bark can photosynthesize, making food even when leaves are gone!
Young aspen trees are a favorite snack for beavers and deer in the forest!
Special abilities
Ability
Sun Seeker
Bigtooth Aspens can rapidly grow towards sunlight, allowing them to quickly colonize open, disturbed areas after events like fires.
Ability
Underground Network
Bigtooth Aspen has special roots that send out new shoots, forming large groves of genetically identical trees.
Ability
Wind Whispers
Its flattened leaf stems allow leaves to tremble and 'quiver' in the slightest breeze, helping cool the tree and maximize light capture.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 18-27 m
- Canopy Spread
- 7-12 m
- Edible
- No
- Trunk Diameter
- 30-60 cm
- Lifespan
- 50-70 years
- Fruit Type
- Capsule
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Leaf Type
- Deciduous
Ecological connections
eats
Beaver
Castor canadensis
Feeds on bark and twigs.
eats
White-tailed Deer
Odocoileus virginianus
Browses on young leaves and shoots.
depends on
Canadian Tiger Swallowtail
Papilio canadensis
Caterpillars feed on aspen leaves.
eats
Yellow-bellied Sapsucker
Sphyrapicus varius
Drills holes in bark to drink the sap.
Traits
Deciduous
Deciduous plants periodically shed all their leaves, typically during autumn or dry seasons.
Broadleaf Tree
Broadleaf trees are angiosperms characterized by flat, wide leaves that are typically shed annually in temperate climates.
Fall Color
Fall color refers to the seasonal change in foliage pigmentation, primarily in deciduous plants, displaying vibrant hues.
Forest
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
Also known as
Largetooth Aspen
Collections
Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Do not pick or eat anything you find. Some plants and mushrooms can be harmful.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Bigtooth Aspen?
18-27 m
How wide does Bigtooth Aspen spread?
7-12 m
Is Bigtooth Aspen edible?
No
How big is Bigtooth Aspen?
30-60 cm
How long does Bigtooth Aspen live?
50-70 years
Where is Bigtooth Aspen usually found?
Woodlands and hills
What kind of fruit does Bigtooth Aspen produce?
Capsule
How fast does Bigtooth Aspen grow?
Fast
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