Lombardy Poplar
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Lombardy Poplar
Populus nigra
The Lombardy Poplar is a tall and narrow tree that grows in straight lines. It’s often used to make beautiful rows in parks.
Habitat: Gardens and parks
Appearance
The Lombardy Poplar is a strikingly tall and slender tree, instantly recognizable by its narrow, columnar shape and upward-pointing branches. Its dense crown of dark green, triangular leaves creates a dramatic, vertical presence in any landscape.
KingdomPlantaePhylumStreptophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderMalpighialesFamilySalicaceaeGenusPopulus
Category
TreeRarity
Common
Danger
1/5
Snaps
1
Interesting facts
Almost all Lombardy Poplars are male clones from one single tree!
Ancient Romans planted them to mark roads and define property boundaries.
Their unique tall, slender shape was first noticed centuries ago in Italy.
They grow incredibly fast, shooting up several feet each year!
Special abilities
Ability
Rapid Regrowth
Lombardy Poplar can sprout quickly from cuttings, allowing it to easily spread and establish new trees.
Ability
Living Wall
Its incredibly dense, upright form creates natural windbreaks, protecting crops and land from strong winds.
Ability
Adaptable Roots
Lombardy Poplar has roots that tolerate various soil conditions, helping it thrive near rivers and disturbed sites.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 20-40 m
- Canopy Spread
- 3-5 m
- Is Edible
- No
- Trunk Diameter
- 100-200 cm
- Lifespan
- 50-150 years
- Fruit Type
- Catkins
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Leaf Type
- Deciduous
Ecological connections
eats
American Beaver
Castor canadensis
Beavers will sometimes eat the bark and twigs.
eats
Large Poplar Borer
Saperda carcharias
Its larvae bore into the wood, damaging the tree.
shelters
Baltimore Oriole
Icterus galbula
Birds like orioles may nest in its tall branches.
eats
Poplar Leaf Beetle
Chrysomela populi
Larvae and adults feed on poplar leaves.
eaten by
Oyster Mushroom
Pleurotus ostreatus
Fungi like this decompose dead poplar wood.
Traits
Deciduous
Discover the magic of plants that shed all their leaves during a particular season, often putting on a spectacular show of fall colors first. They get ready for a fresh start!
Broadleaf Tree
Discover magnificent trees that have wide, flat leaves, unlike the needles of pine trees! These are often the trees that change colors beautifully in autumn.
Rapid Growing
Watch these energetic plants grow super fast, quickly transforming spaces and adding lush greenery in a blink of an eye!
Urban Friendly
Spot amazing living things that thrive right alongside us in cities and towns, finding homes in parks, gardens, and even cracks in pavements.
Also known as
Italian PoplarPopulus nigra 'Italica'
Collections
Safety
Danger
1/5
Do not pick or eat anything you find. Some plants and mushrooms can be harmful.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Lombardy Poplar?
20-40 m
How wide does Lombardy Poplar spread?
3-5 m
Is Lombardy Poplar edible?
No
How big is Lombardy Poplar?
100-200 cm
How long does Lombardy Poplar live?
50-150 years
Where is Lombardy Poplar usually found?
Gardens and parks
What kind of fruit does Lombardy Poplar produce?
Catkins
How fast does Lombardy Poplar grow?
Fast
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