European hornbeam

plant
Also known as: Carpinus betulus

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  • European hornbeam
    In hornbeam: Major species

    The European hornbeam (Carpinus betulus) has a twisted trunk that branches profusely; the tree may grow to 20 metres (65 feet) tall. One variety bears normal and oaklike leaves on the same tree. The European hornbeam has a whitish tough wood that is used in agricultural…

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temperate forests

  • temperate forest distribution
    In temperate forest: Population and community development and structure

    …oak (Quercus robur), hornbeam (Carpinus betulus), maple (Acer platanoides), and spruce (Picea abies). Until 1923 large areas were dominated by linden, but most tree regeneration at that time was by spruce, hornbeam, and maple. By 1973 these latter species had become common as canopy trees, and lindens began regenerating…

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