Corylus americana


Scientific Name:Corylus americana
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Family:Corylaceae
Common Name:American Hazelnut
Authority: Linneaus
Etymology:Corylus = Greek for "helmet" referring to the husk, americana = from America
C Value:4
Wetness:FAC
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Genus in Illinois:
1
Duration:Perennial
Reproduction:Monoecious
Flower Type:Imperfect
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Flower Color:Yellow, Red
Growth Habit:Woody
Leaf Arrangement:Alternate
Leaf Type:Simple
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Distribution:BONAP Distribution Map
Status (State):Not Listed
Status (Federal):Not Listed
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