Comparisons: The white ash is apt to be confused with the black ash (Fraxinus nigra), but differs from the latter in having a lighter-colored bud. The bud of the black ash is black. The bark of the white ash is darker in color and the terminal twigs are more flattened than those of the black ash.
Fig. 23.—Leaf of White Ash.
Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum)
Distinguishing characters: The bud is sharp-pointed, scaly, and reddish brown. [Fig. 24].
Fig. 24.—Twig of the Sugar Maple.
Leaf: Has sharp points and round sinus. [Fig. 25].