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Related: About this forumThe Hercules' Club
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A tree (and shrub). The bark of which is a bit warty and spiny in the older trees. The younger trees are more thorny. Sometimes called the Prickly Ash or Toothache tree. Chewing the leaves will cause a numbing effect.
Lower part of the tree trunk looks like this.
This particular tree was about 25 feet tall.
I've been out doing the Great Backyard Bird Count and came across this tree while following a small stream behind my house.
NV Whino
(20,886 posts)Getting hit with the Hercules club might cause a numbing effect, too.
Solly Mack
(90,800 posts)It's a tree I won't be climbing.
Callalily
(14,900 posts)this in my neck of the woods, so it's very interesting to see.
Thanks for posting and thanks for the description.
Solly Mack
(90,800 posts)It is located on an incline going down to the stream. The path is still wet and slick from the rains. I was somewhat afraid of slipping and falling into the tree. lol
Had to have photos have it. Gonna check on it again come spring.
bluesbassman
(19,385 posts)Not a climber for sure! Nice pics though.
Like to see it again in summer when the leaves are out.
Solly Mack
(90,800 posts)I'll go back in the spring and summer to see what the tree looks like then.
Maybe nibble on a leaf or two. (or not)
Scuba
(53,475 posts)Solly Mack
(90,800 posts)Celebration
(15,812 posts)Not only are they fun to look at, but I also learn something in the process.
Thanks!
Solly Mack
(90,800 posts)A bit scary though.
Thanks, Celebration. Glad you enjoyed it.