Carolina Ash is a small to medium-sized deciduous tree with compound leaves and a straight trunk. It is often found in wetland areas and is well adapted to periodic flooding.
Best time to see a Carolina Ash
The best time to see a Carolina Ash is January–May, when about 62% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 1,069 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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