Oregon White Oak
Quercus garryana
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Owner and Location: Name and location withheld by request of owner. For more information on how to visit this Heritage Tree site contact Jan Staszewski at 503-361-2215. Description: An outstanding example of the native Oregon white oak, both in shape and size. This branching giant is well over 300 years old.
Height: 95 feet
Diameter: 68 inches
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Giant Sequoia
Sequoiadendron giganteum
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Location: Waldo Park (corner of Summer & Union St.) Description: Judge William Waldo planted this tree in 1872. Waldo made efforts during his lifetime to preserve this tree and, although the street system has grown around the tree, it remains to this day. The tree has been a City park since 1936. Supplemental information available.
Owner: City of Salem
Height: 95 feet
Diameter: 68 inches
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Silver Linden
Tilia sp.
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Owner and Location: Name and location withheld by request of owner. For more information on how to visit this Heritage Tree site contact Jan Staszewski at 503-361-2215. Description: This uncommon tree is a very large and beautiful addition to our Heritage Tree list. Silver Lindens are native to southeastern Europe and western Asia. Interestingly, some reports indicate that the flowers are narcotic to bees.
Height: 91 feet
Diameter: 42 inches
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Tulip Tree
Liriodendron tulipifera
 Tulip tree leaves
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Location: Corner of Court and Waverly (Capitol grounds) Description: This tree is a landmark between the Capitol grounds and the Commerce building. Tulip trees are reported to be the largest growing deciduous trees in the United States.
Owner: State of Oregon
Height: 93 feet
Diameter: 50 inches
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