Cottonwood Quiz

Where is the native range of Populus deltoides?

• Asia

• Europe

• North America

• South America

What is the conservation status of Populus deltoides according to IUCN?

• Endangered

• Critically Endangered

• Least Concern

• Vulnerable

What is the typical lifespan of an eastern cottonwood?

• 150-200 years

• 100-150 years

• 70-100 years

• 50-70 years

Which state designated the cottonwood as the official state tree in 1937?

• Kansas

• Texas

• Wyoming

• Nebraska

What is the wood of eastern cottonwood typically used for?

• Fuelwood

• Construction lumber

• Plywood

• Paper production

How many seeds can a single Populus deltoides tree release in a season?

• 20 million

• 40 million

• 10 million

• 30 million

What is the largest recorded cottonwood tree in the world?

• Located in New Zealand

• Located in Mexico

• Located in the United States

• Located in Canada

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