Which tree is Box Elder?

Which tree is Box Elder?

• A. Black Willow
• B. Box Elder
• C. Sassafras
• D. Red Maple

Answer: (B)

Box Elder is identified by its compound leaves. Each leaf is made up of several leaflets (usually 3 to 7) arranged along a central stalk, which is a hallmark that sets it apart from the other trees listed. Black Willow has simple, long narrow leaves; Sassafras leaves are simple and can be unlobed, mitten-shaped, or three-lobed; Red Maple leaves are the classic simple maple leaves with lobes but not leaflets. Because Box Elder has multiple leaflets per leaf, it is the one that fits this name.

Box Elder is identified by its compound leaves. Each leaf is made up of several leaflets (usually 3 to 7) arranged along a central stalk, which is a hallmark that sets it apart from the other trees listed. Black Willow has simple, long narrow leaves; Sassafras leaves are simple and can be unlobed, mitten-shaped, or three-lobed; Red Maple leaves are the classic simple maple leaves with lobes but not leaflets. Because Box Elder has multiple leaflets per leaf, it is the one that fits this name.