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
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.
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
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