34,154 observationsLeast Concern
European Hornbeam
Carpinus betulus
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Fagales ›Family: Betulaceae ›Genus: Carpinus
About
Carpinus betulus, commonly known as the European or common hornbeam, is a hornbeam native to Western Asia and central, eastern, and southern Europe, including southern England. It requires a warm climate for good growth, and occurs only at elevations up to 600 metres (1,969 ft). It grows in mixed stands with oak, and in some areas beech, and is also a common tree in scree forests. Hornbeam was also known as 'Yoke Elm'.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of European Hornbeam is Carpinus betulus.
- European Hornbeam belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
- European Hornbeam belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
- European Hornbeam belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
- European Hornbeam belongs to the order Fagales.
- European Hornbeam belongs to the family Betulaceae.
- European Hornbeam belongs to the genus Carpinus.