Common Alder, Alnus glutinosa
Western Asia. Leaves alternate, simple, 2 to 4 inches long, broadly ovate and doubly serrate. Forty to 60 foot tree. Prefer; wet areas. This tree has the ability to fix atmospheric nitrogen, and its charcoal is used in the manufacture of fireworks.
GIS coordinate: N40 21.158 W94 52.955
Trail Number: T16
