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Tupelo / ˈ t uː p ɪ l oʊ /, genus Nyssa / ˈ n ɪ s ə /, [3] is a small genus of deciduous trees with alternate, simple leaves. [1] [4] It is sometimes included in the subfamily Nyssoideae of the dogwood family, Cornaceae, but is placed by other authorities in the family Nyssaceae. [5]
Nyssa sylvatica, commonly known as tupelo, black tupelo, black gum or sour gum, [2] [a] is a medium-sized deciduous tree native to eastern North America from the coastal Northeastern United States and southern Ontario south to central Florida and eastern Texas, as well as Mexico.
Nyssa aquatica's genus name (Nyssa) refers to a Greek water nymph; [5] the species epithet aquatica, meaning ‘aquatic’, refers to its swamp and wetland habitat. One of the species' common names, tupelo, is of Native American origin, coming from the Creek words ito ‘tree’ and opilwa ‘swamp’; it was in use by the mid-18th century [6]
The black gum tree, also known as the black tupelo tree, changes to a variety of colors during the fall season, including purple, yellow, and orange before turning entirely to red.
Compared to water tupelo, N. aquatica, [8] swamp tupelo also has much smaller leaves. [9] The crown of the tree appears narrow [10] and irregular. [7] Under optimal growth conditions, swamp tupelo can reach heights of 100 feet (30 m) [6] or more. [3] The base of the tree is commonly enlarged into a buttress as the tree grows larger and the bark ...
Tupelo commonly refers to: Tupelo (tree) , a small genus of deciduous trees with alternate, simple leaves Tupelo, Mississippi , the county seat and the largest city of Lee County, Mississippi
Dec. 5—TUPELO — Tupelo officials have laid out their plans for extensive upgrades to three city parks over the next year, which include restrooms, pavilions and other equipment for all three.
Nyssa ogeche, commonly referred to as Ogeechee tupelo, white tupelo, river lime, ogeechee lime tree, sour gum or wild lime is a deciduous tree. [2] Growing to 15 m (~50 ft), it is in flower from March to May, and the seeds ripen from August to October. The flowers are pollinated by bees. It is noted for attracting wildlife.