Status:
valid
Authors:
Ehrh.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1787
Citation Micro:
Beitr. Naturk. 1: 22 (1787)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000966434
Common Names
- Grandifolia Fagus
- Fagus Grandifolia
- Fagus grandifolia
Description
Fagus grandifolia (also called American beech, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to eastern North America. It grows to a height of 20-30 m and has a trunk diameter of up to 1.5 m. Its leaves are ovate to elliptic, with a length of 5-10 cm and a width of 2-4 cm. It is found in temperate forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Fagus grandifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Fagus grandifolia sub. grandifolia
Fagus grandifolia sub. mexicana (Martinez) A.E.Murray
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Fagus grandifolia has small, yellow flowers, followed by small, reddish-brown seeds. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Fagus grandifolia is a shrub or small tree native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, Fagus grandifolia prefers full sun and regular watering.
Where to Find Fagus grandifolia
Fagus grandifolia is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia.
Species in the Fagus genus
Fagus chienii,
Fagus crenata,
Fagus engleriana,
Fagus grandifolia,
Fagus hayatae,
Fagus japonica,
Fagus longipetiolata,
Fagus lucida,
Fagus multinervis,
Fagus orientalis,
Fagus sinensis,
Fagus sylvatica,
Fagus taurica,
Species in the Fagaceae family
Castanea crenata,
Castanea dentata,
Castanea henryi,
Castanea mollissima,
Castanea neglecta,
Castanea ozarkensis,
Castanea pumila,
Castanea sativa,
Castanea seguinii,
Castanopsis pseudohystrix,
Castanopsis thaiensis,
Castanopsis undulatifolia,
Castanopsis acuminatissima,
Castanopsis amabilis,
Castanopsis annamensis,
Castanopsis argentea,
Castanopsis argyrophylla,
Castanopsis arietina,
Castanopsis armata,
Castanopsis birmanica,
Castanopsis boisii,
Castanopsis borneensis,
Castanopsis brevispinula,
Castanopsis buruana,
Castanopsis calathiformis,
Castanopsis cambodiana,
Castanopsis carlesii,
Castanopsis castanicarpa,
Castanopsis catalpifolia,
Castanopsis cavaleriei,
Castanopsis ceratacantha,
Castanopsis cerebrina,
Castanopsis chapaensis,
Castanopsis chevalieri,
Castanopsis chinensis,
Castanopsis choboensis,
Castanopsis chunii,
Castanopsis clarkei,
Castanopsis clemensii,
Castanopsis concinna,
Castanopsis costata,
Castanopsis crassifolia,
Castanopsis cryptoneuron,
Castanopsis curtisii,
Castanopsis cuspidata,
Castanopsis delavayi,
Castanopsis densinervia,
Castanopsis densispinosa,
Castanopsis diversifolia,
Castanopsis dongchoensis,