What is all that white fluff blowing through the air around Metro Vancouver? It's from cottonwood trees, and here are some things to know about it, including the allergies that seem to come with it.
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Allergy sufferers may blame it for their worsening symptoms, but experts say those allergies are much more likely coming from grass pollen.Start your day with a roundup of B.C.-focused news and opinion delivered straight to your inbox at 7 a.m., Monday to Friday.By clicking on the sign up button you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. You may unsubscribe any time by clicking on the unsubscribe link at the bottom of our emails or any newsletter.
Black cottonwood is a medium- to large-sized deciduous broadleaf tree. Many kinds of wildlife use the foliage, twigs, and buds for food. The wood is light and soft and is used for lumber, veneer, and pulp, according to the B.C. government. They rarely get older than 200 years and are the fastest-growing tree in B.C. , according to the Sierra Club of B.C.Populations of black cottonwood grow in the coastal forests of the Pacific Northwest, and are the biggest poplars on Earth, according to the B.C. Wildlife Federation. They can be found along the Fraser and Chilliwack rivers and are home to eagles and herons. They can also be found near marshes and other wetlands.
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