american aspen

noun

Meaning

A deciduous tree native to North America, known for its smooth white bark and leaves that tremble in the slightest breeze.

Examples

  • The American aspen is famous for its brilliant yellow foliage during the fall season.
  • Colonies of American aspen trees can grow from a single root system, making them some of the largest organisms on Earth.

Synonyms: quaking aspen, trembling aspen, populus tremuloides