Japanese Hornbeam
Carpinus japonica Blume
Carpinus japonica, known as Japanese Hornbeam, is a species native to Japan and belongs to the Betulaceae family. It is cultivated in other regions for ornamental purposes.
Description
Carpinus japonica, the Japanese Hornbeam, is a tree species native to Japan. It is part of the Betulaceae family and is cultivated globally, particularly in the southeastern regions, for its ornamental value. This species was first described in 1851 by Blume.
Other common names
Japanese Hornbeam
Distribution
Global · SE · Japan
Synonyms
Carpinus carpinoidesCarpinus carpinoides var. cordifoliaCarpinus carpinusCarpinus distegocarpusCarpinus japonica var. cordifoliaCarpinus japonica var. caudataDistegocarpus carpinoidesDistegocarpus carpinus