Forest Trees of Illinois: How to Know Them
By E. E. Nuuttila, Wilbur R. Mattoon, George D. Fuller, Robert B. Miller
Length2h 24m
About this audiobook
In 'Forest Trees of Illinois: How to Know Them,' readers are invited to explore the intricate world of Illinois' native arboreal species through a thematically rich and stylistically diverse anthology. Spanning from scientific discourse to more poetic musings, this collection encapsulates the enchanting complexity of forest ecosystems and their indispensable role in the natural heritage of the Midwest. Each piece is meticulously curated to highlight distinct qualities of the region's trees, illustrating their beauty, ecological significance, and the subtle interplay between nature and human appreciation. Together, these works offer a comprehensive and enlightening portrait of Illinois' verdant landscape. The contributing authors—E. E. Nuuttila, Wilbur R. Mattoon, George D. Fuller, and Robert B. Miller—are seasoned experts whose collective insights stem from backgrounds in botany, ecology, and forestry. Their work aligns with movements advocating for conservation and the recognition of interdependent ecosystems, reflecting a deep understanding of both the scientific and cultural significance of trees. These voices converge within the anthology, offering readers enriched perspectives that emphasize the dynamic nature of environmental stewardship and educational outreach. This collection is a remarkable resource for anyone interested in expanding their knowledge of Illinois' flora. It encourages readers to gain an appreciation for the diversity of thought, style, and insights each author contributes. With its blend of rigorous scholarship and accessible narratives, the anthology offers educational enrichment and an invitation to engage in a multifaceted dialogue about the natural world. Embrace this opportunity to immerse yourself in the profound and nuanced conversation surrounding Illinois' forests.
Audiobook details
GenreScience and Nature, Other
Length2 hrs 24 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 16, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
37CUCUMBER MAGNOLIA Magnolia acuminata L.
2WHITE PINE Pinus strobus L.
38TULIP TREE Liriodendron tulipifera L.
3SHORTLEAF PINE Pinus echinata Mill.
39PAPAW Asimina triloba Dunal
4BALD CYPRESS Taxodium distichum Richard
40SASSAFRAS Sassafras albidum Nees.
5RED CEDAR Juniperus virginiana L.
41SWEET GUM Liquidambar styraciflua L.
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6QUAKING ASPEN Populus tremuloides Michx.
42SYCAMORE Platanus occidentalis L.
7COTTONWOOD Populus deltoides Marsh.
43WILD CRAB APPLE Malus ioensis Britton
8BLACK WILLOW Salix nigra Marsh.
44SERVICE BERRY Amelanchier arborea (Michx. f.) Fern. (Amelanchier canadensis Medic.)
9BLACK WALNUT Juglans nigra L.
45COCK-SPUR THORN Crataegus crus-galli L.
10BUTTERNUT Juglans cinerea L.
46RED HAW Crataegus mollis Scheele
11A KEY TO THE ILLINOIS HICKORIES
47WILD PLUM Prunus americana Marsh.
12BITTERNUT HICKORY Carya cordiformis K. Koch
48BLACK CHERRY Prunus serotina Ehrh.
13PECAN Carya illinoensis (Wang.) K. Koch (Carya pecan (Marsh.) E. & G.)
49HONEY LOCUST Gleditsia triacanthos L.
14SHAG-BARK HICKORY Carya ovata K. Koch
50REDBUD Cercis canadensis L.
15MOCKERNUT HICKORY Carya tomentosa Nutt.
51BLACK LOCUST Robinia pseudoacacia L.
16PIGNUT HICKORY Carya glabra Sweet
52TREE OF HEAVEN Ailanthus altissima Swingle
17BLUE BEECH Carpinus caroliniana Walt.
53SMOOTH SUMAC Rhus glabra L.
18HOP HORNBEAM Ostrya virginiana K. Koch
54SUGAR MAPLE Acer saccharum Marsh.
19RIVER BIRCH Betula nigra L.
55SILVER MAPLE Acer saccharinum L.
20BEECH Fagus grandifolia Ehrh.
56BOX ELDER Acer negundo L.
21A KEY TO THE OAKS OF ILLINOIS
57OHIO BUCKEYE Aesculus glabra Willd.
22WHITE OAK Quercus alba L.
58BASSWOOD Tilia americana L.
23BUR OAK Quercus macrocarpa Michx.
59FLOWERING DOGWOOD Cornus florida L.
24YELLOW CHESTNUT OAK Quercus muhlenbergii Engelm.
60SOUR GUM Nyssa sylvatica Marsh.
25POST OAK Quercus stellata Wang.
61PERSIMMON Diospyros virginiana L.
26NORTHERN RED OAK Quercus rubra L. (Quercus borealis Michx.)
62WHITE ASH Fraxinus americana L.
27BLACK OAK Quercus velutina Lam.
63BLUE ASH Fraxinus quadrangulata Michx.
28PIN OAK Quercus palustris Muench.
64CATALPA Catalpa speciosa Warder
29SPANISH OAK Quercus falcata Michx.
65DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION Division of Forestry
30BLACK JACK Quercus marilandica Muench.
66Reforestation
31SHINGLE OAK Quercus imbricaria Michx.
67Forest Fire Protection
32AMERICAN ELM Ulmus americana L.
68Woodland Management
33RED OR SLIPPERY ELM Ulmus rubra Muhl. (Ulmus fulva Michx.)
69State Forests
34HACKBERRY Celtis occidentalis L.
70Community Forests
35OSAGE ORANGE Maclura pomifera Schneid.
71Summary
36RED MULBERRY Morus rubra L.
72INDEX OF SCIENTIFIC NAMES
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