This species, also called swamp or pale dogwood, is found statewide, except in the lowlands of the Bootheel. Grows in moist g

A large bottomland "soft" hardwood. Grown commercially for wood and perhaps over used as a fast-growing shade tree. Because o

Thicket-forming shrub or small tree is found statewide in old fields, prairies, woods borders and road right-of-ways. Was wid

Found naturally in the south half of the state in low or moist ground along streams, ravine bottoms and low wet woods. The fl

A fairly fast growing, medium-sized tree that may reach a diameter of 3 feet. Grows naturally in the northern two-thirds of t

Native to the lowlands and foothills of southern Missouri. Planted extensively statewide. Does best in deep, moist soils. Yel

A large bottomland, stream bank tree. Can be used as a bank stabilizer along with other bottomland species. Shows a great dea

One of the more valuable hardwoods. May reach diameters approaching 2 feet. Found naturally on moist, well drained soils in s

A small to medium-sized tree with showy white spring flowers and bright red fruit in the fall. Hawthorn is the Missouri state

Native shrub or small tree that grows to about 20 feet tall and a spread of 10 to 15 feet. Found in southern Missouri along

Found statewide. This important hardwood lumber tree is often an excellent acorn producer. Does best on deep well-drained soi

A tall, stately tree with an attractive conical shape and branches nearly to the ground in open stands. Makes an excellent wi