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[–] 8227553? 0 points 2 points (+2|-0) ago 

I thought aspirin came from willow trees, not aspens.

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[–] jamesed [S] ago 

The same chemical compounds that make a natural aspirin are found in any number of species of trees and bushes, including willows. The main reason I talked about Aspen is that Aspen is the only tree that continues the photosynthesis process during the winter. Because photosynthesis continues in the bark during the winter the chemicals are much more concentrated during the winter months. Of course because photosynthesis is also making sugar the Aspen bark is the main target for rodents, deer, antelope, wild horses, desert bighorn sheep, looking for a high energy meal.

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[–] 8241327? ago 

This is such a wonderful response. Thanks. I didn't know that. I know my mother's horses will chew at willows the ease their pains, but not about the Aspens. Another reason to love such a beautiful tree. Aspens in autumn are so lovely.