| FAMILIAR TREES OF SOUTH CAROLINA | CLEMSON EXTENSION BUL 117 |
| Sassafras Sassafras albidum |
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The sassafras tree has been famous since pioneer days for the "tea" made by boiling its roots. Leaves that are mitten-shaped, 3-lobed, and elliptical may be found on the same tree. The leaves, twigs, and buds are aromatic when crushed or chewed. |
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