Fraxinus americana d.w. (White Ash)
Fraxinus americana d.w. (White Ash) : The biggest and most important ash species in Iowa is the white ash (Fraxinus americana). The opposing, compound leaves of white ash have 5-9 leaflets on each side. Individual leaflets are 2 to 6 inches long, and the leaves are 8 to 12 inches long. The stalks of the leaflets are 1/4 to 1/2 inch long, and the leaflet edges are largely toothless or very slightly toothed. The fruit is a paddle-shaped samara that hangs on the tree far into the winter.
Botanical Name : Fraxinus Americana Wings
Common Name : White Ash
Height : 60- 120 ft
Spread : 50 ft
Germination Info : Seed requires 30-60 days warm stratification followed by 60-120 days cold stratification
Hardiness zone : 4-9
Average Seed Per Ounce : Approx. 625
Other Info : D.W. (Dewinged)