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| Native residents of the southeastern woodlands may have heard the legend that the crucifixion of Jesus was accomplished using the lumber of a dogwood tree. This is perhaps worthy to note given the imminent Christmas season. |
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| In mid-December, some leaves remain on the tree. In this photo, we see a dark red leaf drooping below a prominent flower bud. The flower buds remind us that spring-time is only a few months away. |
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| More leaves can be found on the ground. The dogwood leaves are mixed together with leaves of the water oak (Quercus nigra). |
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| Examined closely, we see the dogwood leaf has a rich red hue, speckled with a bit of black. |
