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Boxelder (Acer negundo) is a fast-growing, deciduous maple native to North America, often found along riverbanks, floodplains, and disturbed sites. Unlike most maples, it has compound leaves with three to seven leaflets, giving it a lighter, airy appearance. Typically reaching 30–50 feet in height with a broad, irregular crown, Boxelder has smooth, greenish-gray bark when young that matures into rough, furrowed ridges. It produces small, yellow-green flowers in early spring, followed by paired samaras that are a food source for birds and small mammals. Highly adaptable, it tolerates a wide range of soils, wet or dry conditions, and urban environments, making it a common choice for quick shade or naturalized plantings. Wildlife benefit from its seeds, foliage, and nesting sites, although the tree is relatively short-lived compared to other maples.
