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Tree stump identification #788664

Asked April 30, 2022, 4:46 PM EDT

I need help identifying this tree stump.

Ingham County Michigan

Expert Response

Greetings, 
The bark on these stumps suggests possible oak but without some additional characteristics such as buds, or even leaves or fruits that fell last year it would be difficult to be sure. 
Thank you for your question! Rebecca Finneran Michigan State University Extension Senior Horticulture Educator Learn how t be a Smart Gardener here www.migarden.msu.edu Replied April 30, 2022, 5:22 PM EDT
I'm sorry. I just submitted, but the seeds I was wondering about is actually this one. The other seed photo I sent is a box elder I think.

On Sat, Apr 30, 2022, 5:22 PM Ask Extension <<personal data hidden>> wrote:
The Question Asker Replied May 02, 2022, 4:58 PM EDT
Is this an elm leaf and elm seeds?

On Sat, Apr 30, 2022, 5:22 PM Ask Extension <<personal data hidden>> wrote:
The Question Asker Replied May 02, 2022, 4:58 PM EDT
Yes, those look like developing elm seeds to me. Are those on the same tree as these leaves? The leaves are a bit trickier because there is variation and they seem to be just developing. They do have the toothed margins we usually associate with elm.
Isabel Branstrom Consumer Horticulture Educator Michigan State University Extension Want to learn more about gardening in Michigan?  Visit www.migarden.msu.edu Replied May 03, 2022, 9:41 AM EDT

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