Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caroliniana
ID:
805356

Status:
valid

Authors:
Walter

Source:
wcs

Year:
1788

Citation Micro:
Fl. Carol. : 236 (1788)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000804690



Common Names

  • Carpinus caroliniana
  • American Hornbeam
  • Blue Beech


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Description

Carpinus caroliniana (also called American hornbeam, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Betulaceae family. It is native to eastern North America. It is a deciduous tree growing to 15–20 m tall, with a trunk up to 1 m diameter.

Uses & Benefits

Carpinus caroliniana 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Carpinus caroliniana sub. caroliniana
Carpinus caroliniana sub. virginiana (Marshall) Furlow

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Carpinus caroliniana is a small, yellowish-green flower head, with a single spikelet. The seed is a small, brown, three-sided nut. The seedlings have a single, narrow, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carpinus caroliniana 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 caroliniana

Carpinus caroliniana is native to eastern North America and can be found in deciduous forests.

Carpinus caroliniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carpinus caroliniana?

Carpinus caroliniana

What are the common names of Carpinus caroliniana?

American hornbeam, Musclewood

What is the growth rate of Carpinus caroliniana?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-34302: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Walter (1740-1789): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Walter' in the authors string.