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This tree has three different kinds of leaves, and is very popular in Louisiana. What is it, and why is it special in Louisiana?

Answer:

This is a Sassafras Tree. It is well known for many culinary uses. It is a vital ingredient if you are going to make real file gumbo, which is why it is such a popular plant in Louisiana. It was used for making tea and for flavoring root beer, but was banned by the FDA in 1960, because it was thought to cause liver problems and possibly cancer. In 1994, after more research, the ban on Sassafras Tea was lifted.
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