Habitat:
Sassafras is found in deciduous woodlands in the Eastern United States. It benefits from the higher light conditions of forest edges, or areas that were recently burned, and is often found on abandoned farmlands or more open spaces.
Origin, history, and uses:
Sassafras bark has been used by Indigenous communities in North America for medicinal purposes, and sassafras leaves are used in Louisiana Creole cooking. Sassafras is most well-known for its fragrance. Its bark and roots are used to make root beer, sassafras tea, candles and perfume.
