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bitternut hickory

Carya cordiformis

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Fagales ›Family: Juglandaceae ›Genus: Carya

About

Carya cordiformis, the bitternut hickory, also called bitternut or swamp hickory, is a large pecan hickory with commercial stands located mostly north of the other pecan hickories. Bitternut hickory is cut and sold in mixture with the true hickories. It is the shortest-lived of the hickories, living to about 200 years.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of bitternut hickory?
The scientific name of bitternut hickory is Carya cordiformis.
What kingdom does bitternut hickory belong to?
bitternut hickory belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does bitternut hickory belong to?
bitternut hickory belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does bitternut hickory belong to?
bitternut hickory belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does bitternut hickory belong to?
bitternut hickory belongs to the order Fagales.
What family does bitternut hickory belong to?
bitternut hickory belongs to the family Juglandaceae.
What genus does bitternut hickory belong to?
bitternut hickory belongs to the genus Carya.