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American Hornbeam

Carpinus caroliniana

Least Concern

About

The American Hornbeam (Carpinus caroliniana) is a species in the genus Carpinus. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Found in United States.

🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (نباتات)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (كاسيات البذور)

Class

Magnoliopsida (ماغنولانية)

Species

Carpinus caroliniana (American Hornbeam)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Alisillo

French bois de fer

Similar Species in Carpinus

Turczaninow's Hornbeam

Carpinus turczaninowii

Critically Endangered

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Carpinus luochengensis

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of American Hornbeam?

The scientific name of American Hornbeam is Carpinus caroliniana. It belongs to the genus Carpinus.

What is the conservation status of American Hornbeam?

American Hornbeam (Carpinus caroliniana) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does American Hornbeam live?

American Hornbeam is found in Found in United States.. Countries include United States.

What family does American Hornbeam belong to?

American Hornbeam (Carpinus caroliniana) belongs to the genus Carpinus, which is part of the taxonomic family Betulaceae.

Is American Hornbeam endangered?

No, American Hornbeam (Carpinus caroliniana) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does American Hornbeam belong to?

American Hornbeam (Carpinus caroliniana) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (نباتات).

What are the closest relatives of American Hornbeam?

The closest relatives of American Hornbeam in the genus Carpinus include Eastern Hornbeam, Japanese Hornbeam, Thick Leaf Hornbeam, Sawa Hornbeam, Turczaninow's Hornbeam.