What is another word for Populus Trichocarpa?
Pronunciation: [pˈɒpjʊləs tɹˈɪt͡ʃəkˌɑːpə] (IPA) 
Populus Trichocarpa is commonly known as the Black Cottonwood or the Western Balsam Poplar. The scientific name Populus is derived from the Latin word "populus" which means "people", while Trichocarpa originates from the Greek words "trichos" denoting hair and "karpos" for fruit. The black cottonwood is a deciduous tree with a broad crown, widely distributed along the Pacific Northwest region in North America. In some areas, it is considered a significant source of timber and pulp for the paper industry. Other synonyms for Populus Trichocarpa include Populus balsamifera ssp. trichocarpa, and Populus balsamifera var. trichocarpa.
