Tuesday, 3 November 2015

Carpinus betulus



  • Common Name - European hornbeam 
  • Botanical Name - Carpinus betulus
  • Family -Betulaceae
  • Bark - smooth, grey
  • Leaf - simple, pinnate veins, ovate shape, acute apex, cordate base, dentate margins
  • Flower - catkin, March - April
  • Bud - alternate
  • Fruit -nut, September - October
  • Habit - upright
  • Form - pyramidal, irregular
  • Size - 22-30 m
  • Culture - full sun, well drained soil
  • Use - street tree, shade

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