Trees
Trees are categorized as either broadleaf or conifers. An alphabetical index of common names of trees and their scientific names is also available. The tree or shrub entries have sections containing nomenclature and taxonomy; a description; hosted insects, mites, and pathogens; general information; photographs; and a distribution map.
Identifying a broadleaf
Broadleaf trees, also known as hardwoods, are classified by botanists as angiosperms
Identifying a conifer
Conifers, commonly known as softwoods, are classified by botanists as gymnosperms.
Tree parts affected
What attacks different parts of the tree?
Index of trees
Index of the common names of trees and their scientific names.
Trees as sources of food
Who feeds on trees? What attacks trees?
How bad is the damage?
What kind of damages can be observed on trees?
- The information in this section is based on Trees in Canada published in 1995 by the Canadian Forest Service and Fitzhenry & Whiteside Limited.
- Additional information on trees, their interactions with the environment, and their growth processes can be found on the Montréal Botanical Garden’s Trees inside out website.