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American Elm Street Tree on Quincy St.

Borough: Brooklyn
Community Board: 03
Designated: 2024

Tree Details

Species: American elm (Ulmus americana)
Trunk Diameter 38 Inches

This American elm is very large for a street tree, and shows incredible signs of stewardship and community support. Watching over the residents of Quincy Street, this tree protects New Yorkers by absorbing and storing air pollution and stormwater and helps cool down the street on those hot summer months.

Location

In front of 794 Quincy St

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