These are very tiny and cute :D
I am identifying the leaf on the far right
Spines along the underside of the midvein of the leaf.
I thought this was a fungus at first. It doesn't seem like the flowers have bloomed yet
Ironically very close to the other tree that I thought was Carpinus caroliniana but is actually Alnus serrulata -- the two of them along with some species of dogwood are in a little rocky place in the middle of the stream.
Muscly bark very apparent. Felt smooth (unlike most of the elms). Doubly serrate.
Fiddle shape leaves with small, spaced out teeth
Yellow flower with fine, feathery petals
The first thing I noticed about the plant were its decussate leaves. I also noticed the unique venation on the leaves, the veins do not touch the edge. The leaves are also soft and hairy on the underside
These are very tiny and cute :D
I am identifying the leaf on the far right
Soft hairs, wrapped around pine tree, pinnately compound
I think? Once again not sure if there are other hollies that look a lot like this or not.