Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
betulus
ID:
805247

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 998 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000804581



Common Names

  • Carpinus betulus
  • European Hornbeam
  • Common Hornbeam


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Description

Carpinus betulus (also called European hornbeam, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Betulaceae family. It is native to western, central and southern Europe. It is a deciduous tree growing to 20–30 m tall, with a trunk up to 1 m diameter.

Uses & Benefits

Carpinus betulus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and can be used as a hedge or screen. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Carpinus betulus has small, white flowers with 4 petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carpinus betulus is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be pruned to shape and can be used as a hedge or screen.

Where to Find Carpinus betulus

Carpinus betulus can be found in the temperate forests of Europe and Asia.

Carpinus betulus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carpinus betulus?

Carpinus betulus

What are the common names of Carpinus betulus?

European hornbeam, Common hornbeam

What is the growth rate of Carpinus betulus?

Moderate

Species in the Carpinus genus

Carpinus betulus, Carpinus caroliniana, Carpinus chuniana, Carpinus cordata, Carpinus dayongina, Carpinus faginea, Carpinus fangiana, Carpinus fargesiana, Carpinus firmifolia, Carpinus hebestroma, Carpinus henryana, Carpinus japonica, Carpinus kawakamii, Carpinus kweichowensis, Carpinus laxiflora, Carpinus lipoensis, Carpinus londoniana, Carpinus luochengensis, Carpinus mengshanensis, Carpinus mianningensis, Carpinus microphylla, Carpinus mollicoma, Carpinus monbeigiana, Carpinus omeiensis, Carpinus orientalis, Carpinus paohsingensis, Carpinus polyneura, Carpinus pubescens, Carpinus purpurinervis, Carpinus putoensis, Carpinus rankanensis, Carpinus rupestris, Carpinus schuschaensis, Carpinus shensiensis, Carpinus shimenensis, Carpinus tientaiensis, Carpinus tropicalis, Carpinus tsaiana, Carpinus tschonoskii, Carpinus turczaninowii, Carpinus viminea, Carpinus schuschaensis, Carpinus tibetana, Carpinus langaoensis,

Species in the Betulaceae family

Alnus mayrii, Alnus acuminata, Alnus alnobetula, Alnus cordata, Alnus cremastogyne, Alnus elliptica, Alnus fallacina, Alnus fauriei, Alnus ferdinandi-coburgii, Alnus firma, Alnus formosana, Alnus glutinosa, Alnus glutipes, Alnus hakkodensis, Alnus hanedae, Alnus henryi, Alnus hirsuta, Alnus hosoii, Alnus incana, Alnus japonica, Alnus jorullensis, Alnus lanata, Alnus mairei, Alnus mandshurica, Alnus maritima, Alnus matsumurae, Alnus maximowiczii, Alnus nepalensis, Alnus nitida, Alnus oblongifolia, Alnus orientalis, Alnus paniculata, Alnus peculiaris, Alnus pendula, Alnus pubescens, Alnus rhombifolia, Alnus rubra, Alnus serrulata, Alnus serrulatoides, Alnus sieboldiana, Alnus subcordata, Alnus suginoi, Alnus trabeculosa, Alnus vermicularis, Alnus dolichocarpa, Alnus djavanshirii, Alnus lusitanica, Betula alleghaniensis, Betula alnoides, Betula alpestris,

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