Maryland Hardwood Trees

Top 20 trees of maryland you re likely to see.
Maryland hardwood trees. Endangered extirpated a species that was once a viable component of. Definition and tree species listed with maryland protection status. 100 poisonous plants of maryland university of maryland. These 20 trees make up about 80 percent of the trees that you are likely to encounter in the forests of central maryland.
The white oak is one of the dominant hardwoods of north america and a fitting tree for maryland the white oak reaches up to 400 years old grows up to 85 feet tall. Threatened a species of flora or fauna that appears likely within the foreseeable future to become endangered in maryland. If one such part is eaten or handled first aid is required. Call toll free in maryland at 1 877 620 8dnr 8367 out of state.
Most common hardwoods unlike the conifers or softwood firs spruce and pines hardwood trees have evolved into a broad array of common species. Loblolly pine the predominant forest tree on the eastern shore is the most prevalent softwood composing 15 of forests. Known proudly as the old line state for the 1 st maryland regiment s role in the revolutionary war maryland displays the white oak as its state tree. Trees at hunting creek lake cunningham falls state park thurmont maryland january 2006.
Over 160 native or naturalized tree species can be found in maryland. The trees shrubs and. Maryland trees for sale. The wye white oak in maryland was famously 450.
The wood from hardwood trees tends to be harder because the trees grow at a slower rate giving the wood its greater density. Parts of a few trees are extremely poisonous and others are dangerous if handled improperly. Maryland especially on the eastern shore. 580 taylor ave annapolis md 21401.
Within the glen arboretum you will find among many others the following 20 trees. But all forests are complex ecosystems comprised of layers of vegetation that interact and change as forests mature. They are listed below by their scientific name common name and organized by category.