Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sylvatica
ID:
967169

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

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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.

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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 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,

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