Sassafras
/ˈsæsəfræs/noun
A type of tree native to North America and Eastern Asia.
The forest was filled with towering sassafras trees.
Often appears as...
- sassafras tree
- tall sassafras
noun
The root or bark of sassafras tree which smells and tastes sweet.
She brewed tea using sassafras for its sweet flavor.
Often appears as...
- sassafras tea
- sassafras root
noun
A type of tree native to North America and Eastern Asia.
The forest was filled with towering sassafras trees.
Often appears as...
- sassafras tree
- tall sassafras
noun
The root or bark of sassafras tree which smells and tastes sweet.
She brewed tea using sassafras for its sweet flavor.
Often appears as...
- sassafras tea
- sassafras root
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Pro Tip 1/3Tree Identification
Recognize sassafras trees by their unique mitten-shaped leaves and spicy scent.
That mitten-like leaf is from a sassafras, a tree common around here.
Pro Tip 2/3Nature Walks
Sassafras trees are often mentioned in nature guides and outdoor activities.
During our hike, we spotted several sassafras trees along the trail.
Pro Tip 3/3Wood Use
Sassafras wood is valued for its aroma and used in small woodworking projects.
He crafted a beautiful spice rack from sassafras wood.
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I grew up hearing words like snakeroot, sassafras, mullein - things that had wondrous, mysterious sounds in their names.
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American Writer
I grew up hearing words like snakeroot, sassafras, mullein - things that had wondrous, mysterious sounds in their names.
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