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Correct, your turn :D
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such a big picture, I know, but ...

1. scientific name
2. two common names
3. What leaf arrangement does this tree have?

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1. Acacia farnesiana 2. Sweet Acacia or Huisache 3.Opposite
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sophie2220 wrote:
1. Acacia farnesiana 2. Sweet Acacia or Huisache 3.Opposite
be more specific on #3, but the first two are correct!

EDIT: ah nvm ... I guess I meant to say leaf type on #3 ...
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I'm not sure what the question is, so I'll post common and scientific name:
Red Alder, [i]Alnus rubra[/i]
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I agree with CulturallyScientific
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CulturallyScientific wrote:I'm not sure what the question is, so I'll post common and scientific name:
Red Alder, [i]Alnus rubra[/i]
Yup you are correct! Sorry I didn't make it clear, you were just supposed to ID it which you did =).
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1) Identify with the scientific name.
2) What do farmers use this tree for?
3) What unusual property does this tree’s fruit have in regard to insects?
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CulturallyScientific wrote:Image

1) Identify with the scientific name.
2) What do farmers use this tree for?
3) What unusual property does this tree’s fruit have in regard to insects?
1. [i]Maclura pomifera[/i], 2. they use it to feed their livestock (???), 3. the fruit repels insects (???)
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