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Carpinus orientalis |
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Oriental Hornbeam |
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Southern Europe and
Asia Minor. |
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Large shrub or small tree. |
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20 to 25 feet |
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The bracts of this
species are unlobed which separates it from
C. betulus
and C. caroliniana. |
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Glossy dark green leaves 1 to 2 inches long and 1/2 to 1
inch wide. |
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Not outstanding -
reddish. |
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Twisted giving
winter interest. |
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