Honeylocust

Gleditsia triacanthos

Honeylocust occurs most frequently in central and western Kentucky. Native trees have numerous thorns along the main stem and branches. Trees used in the landscape are thornless and often do not produce the characteristic long pods. It is common in old farms and pastures. The Kentucky champion tree is in Lewis County and is 80 feet tall.

Find more information on this tree in the Tree Profiles section.

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