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bush chinquapin

Chrysolepis sempervirens

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Fagales ›Family: Fagaceae ›Genus: Chrysolepis

About

Chrysolepis sempervirens is a species of mountain shrub in the oak family known by the common names bush chinkapin, bush golden chinquapin, or Sierra evergreen chinquapin. It is native to the western United States, where it grows on rocky slopes and chaparral throughout the San Gabriel, San Jacinto, Sierra Nevada, Cascade, and Klamath Ranges of California and Southern Oregon.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of bush chinquapin?
The scientific name of bush chinquapin is Chrysolepis sempervirens.
What kingdom does bush chinquapin belong to?
bush chinquapin belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does bush chinquapin belong to?
bush chinquapin belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does bush chinquapin belong to?
bush chinquapin belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does bush chinquapin belong to?
bush chinquapin belongs to the order Fagales.
What family does bush chinquapin belong to?
bush chinquapin belongs to the family Fagaceae.
What genus does bush chinquapin belong to?
bush chinquapin belongs to the genus Chrysolepis.