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Fagus crenata

Genus: Fagus - Species: crenata - Family: Fagaceae

Phonetic Spelling: FAG-us kre-NAY-tuh

Common Names:

  • Japanese Beech
  • Siebolds Beech

Tags

deciduous
bird friendly
edible fruits
lawn tree
parks
shade tree
poisonous
poisonous seed
recreational areas
mammals

Quick Facts

  • Height: 70 ft. 0 in. - 90 ft. 0 in.
  • Width: Not specified
  • USDA Zones:
    • 7a
    • 7b
    • 8a
    • 8b
    • 6a
    • 6b
    • 4a
    • 4b
    • 5a
    • 5b
  • NC Region:Not specified

  • Origin:Japan

  • Life Cycle:
    • Woody
  • Plant Types:
    • Edible
    • Tree
    • Poisonous
  • Habit:Not specified

Distribution

Eastern Asia

Uses

Nuts are pressed for oils. The wood is used in construction and for firewood.

Japanese beech
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