An extensive genus of plants, several of whose species are noted for the medicinal virtues of their roots.

Sassafras

An extensive genus of plants, several of whose species are noted for the medicinal virtues of their…

"Sassafras (Sassafras sassafras). 1. Branch with fruits. 2. Branch with sterile flowers. a, b, c, different forms of leaves." -Whitney, 1911

Sassafras

"Sassafras (Sassafras sassafras). 1. Branch with fruits. 2. Branch with sterile flowers. a, b, c, different…

This is the fruit of the Sassafras,(Keeler, 1915).

Sassafras Fruit

This is the fruit of the Sassafras,(Keeler, 1915).

This tree is known for having brittle wood and pleasantly smelling leaves.

Sassafras Tree

This tree is known for having brittle wood and pleasantly smelling leaves.

A branch of a Sassafras plant, native to eastern North America.

Branch of Sassafras

A branch of a Sassafras plant, native to eastern North America.