🌿Native Nature

American hornbeam

Carpinus caroliniana

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Fagales ›Family: Betulaceae ›Genus: Carpinus

About

Carpinus caroliniana, the American hornbeam, is a small hardwood tree in the genus Carpinus. American hornbeam is also known as blue-beech, ironwood, and musclewood. It is native to eastern North America, from Minnesota and southern Ontario east to Maine, and south to eastern Texas and northern Florida. It also grows in Canada (southwest Quebec and southeast Ontario).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of American hornbeam?
The scientific name of American hornbeam is Carpinus caroliniana.
What kingdom does American hornbeam belong to?
American hornbeam belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does American hornbeam belong to?
American hornbeam belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does American hornbeam belong to?
American hornbeam belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does American hornbeam belong to?
American hornbeam belongs to the order Fagales.
What family does American hornbeam belong to?
American hornbeam belongs to the family Betulaceae.
What genus does American hornbeam belong to?
American hornbeam belongs to the genus Carpinus.