Black poplar

Short Description

The black poplar can grow up to 30 m tall and reach a trunk diameter of over one metre.

The leaves of the black poplar vary greatly in shape. They have a long stalk. They are triangular to oval and the leaf edge is serrated to smooth.

The trunk is often gnarled and has furrowed, black-grey bark and cork bulges. The tree crown is spreading and irregularly shaped.

There are male and female trees. The numerous inconspicuous flowers stand together in hanging inflorescences ("catkins"). The male catkins are reddish-brown and the female ones greenish-yellow.

The fruits are small green, later brownish capsules. They contain many flighty seeds that have long white hairs.

In the city

In the city, black poplars are mainly found along water bodies and in parks. They prefer moist and nutrient-rich habitats.