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Offline Stalkingfox

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Not sure what it is but it sure straightens nicely...
« on: February 25, 2019, 02:32:20 pm »
Found this stuff growing off the river bank back in September.
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Re: Not sure what it is but it sure straightens nicely...
« Reply #1 on: February 25, 2019, 02:33:27 pm »
Noticed the sap was bright red..
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Offline KnapperJay

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« Reply #2 on: February 27, 2019, 09:55:18 am »
That looks like some nice stuff. I was curious too and did some poking around. I think it might be Amorpha fruticosa, the false indigo bush. I vaguely recall reading somewhere that they make really nice shafting, although Ive never found the plant in my area. Id get a sample of the leaves and further investigate as well as visit the plant during its flowering season to be 100% sure. It always bugs me when I don't know what material Im working with... Anyways, first posting here, been reading for a couple years atleast. Good to be here. Hope that helps.

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« Reply #3 on: February 27, 2019, 04:53:04 pm »
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Offline Hawkdancer

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Re: Not sure what it is but it sure straightens nicely...
« Reply #4 on: February 28, 2019, 12:04:02 am »
Check with the county extension service - take in a cutting with leaves and bark.
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