Carya tomentosa
Carya tomentosa
Carya tomentosa, also known as the Mockernut Hickory, is a species of hickory native to the eastern United States. The common name refers to the large, hard-shelled nuts produced by the tree, which are difficult to crack.
Pronunciation
Carya tomentosa is pronounced as "KAR-ee-uh toh-men-TOH-suh".
Etymology
The genus name Carya is derived from the Ancient Greek word κάρυον (káryon), meaning "nut". The species name tomentosa is Latin for "covered in hairs", referring to the downy undersides of the leaves.
Description
The Carya tomentosa is a large deciduous tree that typically grows to between 20 and 30 meters in height. The bark is gray and furrowed, and the leaves are compound with five to nine leaflets. The tree produces large, hard-shelled nuts that are enclosed in a thick husk.
Related Terms
- Hickory: A type of tree in the walnut family, known for their hard, dense wood.
- Deciduous: A term referring to trees that shed their leaves annually.
- Leaflets: The individual sections of a compound leaf.
See Also
- Carya ovata: The shagbark hickory, a related species.
- Carya illinoinensis: The pecan, another species in the Carya genus.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Carya tomentosa
- Wikipedia's article - Carya tomentosa
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