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Deciduous [ dih-sij-oo-uh s ] adjective -

falling off or shed at a particular season, stage of growth, etc., as leaves, horns, or teeth. (dictionary.com definition)

Common species in Kansas include: Maple, Redbud, Hawthorn, Chokecherry, Hornbeam, Goldenrain Tree, Smoketree, Osage Orange, Crabapple, Ornamental Pear, Oak, Hackberry, Honeylocust, Kentucky Coffee Tree, Japanese Pagoda, Linden, Elm, Japanese Zelkova, Ash, and Cottonwood.