KARAKUNG TREES AND SHRUBS

Karakung Creek gives life to numerous trees and shrubs. Like the columns of a Gothic Cathedral. the trees tower over the nave of the flowing water. Their simple beauty These trees are being strangled by invasive vines and growths. We have a responsibility to see to their continuation.  If you believe in the maintenance of the earth's natural wonders, you need to participate in their rescue.

Trees and Shrubs.
The following is a first try at cataloging the trees and shrubs along Karakung Creek. 
The proper labeling of trees and shrubs requires the work of those with experience. The labels that follow may not be correct. Corrections are most appreciated.

uncertain

Sassafras Tree

Black Locust

Red Mulberry

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Tulip Tree

Red Maple

uncertain

Llang-Llang (?)

Black Oak

Beech

Spindles Genus Euonymus

Box Elder

common persimmon

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Sycamore (Plane Tree)

Wineberry

Ground Elder

1882 Geological Survey

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