Salve Regina University

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  1. Trees at Salve Regina

    1. European hornbeam (ID #120)

      Carpinus betulus

      Age: Semi-mature

      Height Class: Medium
      Diameter at Breast Height: 4 in.
      Canopy Radius: 6 ft.
      Condition: Good

       

      Carpinus betulus or European hornbeam is native to Europe as far east as Russia and the Ukraine. Its wood is very hard and slow burning, making it suitable for wood-burning fuel.