West Virginia’s native trees form the foundation of the Marshall University Arboretum. These species occur naturally within the state’s forests, mountains, valleys, and waterways, where they play an important role in supporting wildlife, maintaining healthy ecosystems, and preserving the natural character of the landscape. From majestic oaks to colorful flowering trees, these native species help define West Virginia’s rich natural heritage while contributing to the beauty and ecological health of our campus.
- American Basswood
- American Beech
- American Elm
- American Holly
- American Hornbeam
- American Sweetgum
- American Sycamore
- Balsam Fir
- Black Cherry
- Black Gum (Black Tupelo)
- Black Maple
- Black Oak
- Black Walnut
- Butternut
- Chinkapin Oak
- Common Persimmon
- Downy Hawthorn
- Downy Serviceberry
- Eastern Cottonwood
- Eastern Hemlock
- Eastern Redbud
- Flowering Dogwood
- Freeman Maple
- Fringe Tree
- Honey Locust
- Hophornbeam
- Kentucky Coffeetree
- Mockernut Hickory
- Northern Hackberry
- Northern Red Oak
- Northern White Cedar
- Pawpaw
- Red Maple
- Red Mulberry
- River Birch
- Scarlet Oak
- Shagbark Hickory
- Shumard Oak
- Silver Maple
- Sugar Maple
- Swamp White Oak
- Tulip Tree
- White Oak
- Willow Oak
- Yellow Buckeye