Why cottonwoods produce millions of seeds

from Natural North Dakota · host Chuck Lura

A single cottonwood tree can produce a staggering number of small seeds each year. Estimates range from around 25-48 million. But of course, the chances of a seed becoming established and living to maturity are extremely slim.

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