Large stream floodplain and riparian forest

This forest ecosystem occurs as a complex of wetland and upland vegetation associated with medium to large rivers or streams where topography and alluvial processes have resulted in a well-developed floodplain. Common species include silver maple, eastern cottonwood, pin oak, red maple, black willow, sycamore, sweetgum, green ash, bur oak, American hornbeam, black walnut, American elm, boxelder, and black oak.