Native to the eastern United States, the black locust tree grows to a height of approximately 20 m (66 ft). Although its timber was once used in shipbuilding, the black locust is now used primarily to fashion craft items and fence posts.

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Locust Tree," Microsoft® Encarta® 96 Encyclopedia. © 1993-1995 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Sweet Pea

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