Carpinus orientalis
Oriental Hornbeam
5
Southern Europe and Asia Minor.

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

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
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