Tree Identification/Dichotomous Key

Leaves-no thorns on branches-simple leaf-leaves are alternate-large and multiple shapes... Red Mulberry

No thorns-simple leaves-leaves alternate-not large or multiple shapes-lobed leaves-lobes are pointed-more than one vein running from the base ... American Sycamore

Leaves-branches have thorns-compound leaves-doubly compound leaves-thorns are short and unbranched... Honey Mesquite

Leaves-branches do NOT have thorns-leaves are simple-leaves are alternate-not large or multiple shaped-leaves are NOT lobed-heart shaped leaves with a smooth edge... Redbud

Needles- Eastern Red Cedar