Plant Description
Populus tremuloides
Quaking Aspen is native to much of Oregon. It’s a fast-growing tree that does well in wet environments, such as along streams and in wetlands. It can spread clonally through the root system. Quaking Aspen is being considered as a possible replacement species for streamside forests currently dominated by Oregon Ash, as that species is under threat from the emerald ash borer.
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
| Characteristic | Plant Information |
|---|---|
| Height at 20 yrs | 40 ft |
| Mature Height | 20-60 ft |
| Growth Rate | Rapid |
| Life Span | Perennial |
| Moisture Use | High |
| Drought Tolerance | Low |
| Deer Browse | Yes |
| Wildlife Value | Some value, particularly for shading streams |
| Timber Value | Low |
| Resprout Ability | Potential to resprout after wildfire or cutting |
| Hardiness | USDA Zones 1-7 |
| Flower Color | Green or Yellow |
| Bloom Time | April-June |
| Habitat | Streamside areas, wetlands |
SCIENTIFIC CLASSIFICATION
| Classification | Scientific Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Clade | Tracheophytes |
| Clade | Angiosperms |
| Order | Malpighiales |
| Family | Salicaceae |
| Genus | Populus |
| Species | P. tremuloides |
