Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
virginiana
ID:
262138

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mill.) K.Koch

Source:
wcs

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Dendrologie 2(2): 6 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261470



Common Names

  • Rehderiana Ostrya
  • Trichocarpa Ostrya
  • Virginiana Ostrya


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Synonyms

  • Ostrya italica virginiana (Mill.) H.J.P.Winkl. [unknown]
  • Ostrya ostrya MacMill. [unknown]
  • Ostrya vulgaris glandulosa Spach [unknown]
  • Zugilus virginica Raf. [unknown]
  • Carpinus virginiana Mill. [unknown]
  • Carpinus virginica Münchh. [unknown]
  • Ostrya virginiana virginiana [unknown]
  • Ostrya virginiana lasia (Fernald) A.E.Murray [unknown]
  • Ostrya virginica glandulosa Spach [unknown]

Description

Ostrya virginiana (also called American Hophornbeam, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Betulaceae. It is a deciduous tree that grows up to 25 meters tall. It is native to eastern North America, and is found in temperate deciduous forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ostrya virginiana is used as an ornamental tree, for its timber, and as a windbreak. It can also be used as a medicinal plant, as its bark and leaves have antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ostrya virginiana sub. guatemalensis (H.J.P.Winkl.) A.E.Murray
Ostrya virginiana sub. virginiana

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: small, yellow, and fragrant. Seed: small, black, and round. Seedlings: small, green, and oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ostrya virginiana is an easy-to-grow plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season. Prune the plant to keep it compact and tidy.

Where to Find Ostrya virginiana

Ostrya virginiana is native to North America and can be found in deciduous forests.

Ostrya virginiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ostrya virginiana?

Ostrya virginiana

What is the common name of Ostrya virginiana?

Eastern Hophornbeam

What is the natural habitat of Ostrya virginiana?

Woodlands, forests, and riparian areas

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-144637: Based on the initial data import
Karl Koch (1809-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Koch' in the authors string.
Philip Miller (1691-1771): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mill.' in the authors string.