What Does a Blackjack Tree Leaf Look Like?

A blackjack tree leaf is broad, oval-shaped, and tapers to a point at the tip. The leaf margins are serrated, and the surface is dark green and glossy. The underside of the leaf is paler in color and may be hairy.

Blackjack leaves are arranged alternately on the stem. Each leaf is attached to the stem by a short petiole.

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PRO TIP:Leaves of a blackjack tree can vary in shape and size, but they tend to feature a pointed tip and are usually 2-5 inches in length. They are dark green in color with a glossy appearance, and often have small teeth along the edges.

The blackjack tree is native to the southeastern United States. It grows in dry, sandy soils and prefers full sun. The tree can reach a height of 30 feet (9 meters) and has a spreading crown. The bark is dark brown or black and deeply furrowed.

The small flowers are borne in clusters and have either yellow or greenish-yellow petals. The black fruits are oval-shaped and have a single seed inside.

Blackjack leaves are used in folk medicine as a treatment for diarrhea, dysentery, and other digestive disorders. A decoction of the leaves is also used externally for treating sores and wounds.