balsam poplar


noun
  1. a North American tree, Populus balsamifera, having sticky, resinous buds and shiny ovate leaves.

Origin of balsam poplar

1
An Americanism dating back to 1780–90

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balsam poplar

noun
  1. a poplar tree, Populus balsamifera, of NE North America, having resinous buds and broad heart-shaped leaves: See also tacamahac

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