Leaves shiny, thick veins don't branch...........................American Beech (Fagus grandifolia)


Leaves dull, asymmetric,  sandpaper texture...................American Elm  (Ulmus americana)


Leaves have thin veins that branch often.....................................Cherry (Prunus spp.)


Leaves very narrow,  3x longer than it is wide.................................Willow (Salix spp.)