Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 998 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000966507
Common Names
- Sylvatica Fagus
- Fagus Sylvatica
- Fagus sylvatica
Description
Fagus sylvatica (also called European beech, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to Europe. It grows to a height of 10-20 m and has a trunk diameter of up to 1 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 sylvatica is a popular ornamental tree, often planted in parks and gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Fagus sylvatica is small and yellow-green. The seed is small and brown, and the seedlings are small and light green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Fagus sylvatica is a deciduous tree native to Europe. It is a slow-growing tree that can reach up to 30 m in height. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be collected in autumn and sown in spring. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Fagus sylvatica
Fagus sylvatica is native to Europe, from Spain to Russia.
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,