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Deciduous Trees · MCH exam plant
Osage Orange
Maclura pomifera
ma-KLOOR-a pom-IF-er-a
Native to New England
Tree
Key ID features
Osage orange, thorny, large bumpy green fruit, tough wood, hedge plant
| Botanical name | Maclura pomifera |
|---|---|
| Family | Moraceae |
| Genus | Maclura |
| Category | Deciduous Trees |
| USDA hardiness zones | 4a–9a |
| Sun | Full Sun |
| Water | Low |
| Native to New England | Yes |
| Salt tolerant | No |
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