
Beech - Wikipedia
The common name of "beech" is from the Anglo-Saxon boc, bece or beoce, the German buche, the Swedish box - all meaning "book" as well as beech and derived from the Sanskrit boko or …
Beech | Description, Uses, Nut, & Species | Britannica
Beech, genus of about 10 species of deciduous trees in the family Fagaceae native to temperate and subtropical regions of the Northern Hemisphere. Many are cultivated as ornamentals, and …
How to Identify the American Beech Tree - Treehugger
Aug 31, 2024 · It is a large, stately, and versatile tree with an impressive leafy canopy that appears in many settings, from parks and golf courses to private acreages and forestry. Its …
Beech Trees: Types, Leaves, Bark — Identification Guide …
Mar 6, 2024 · Beech trees (botanical name Fagus) are tall deciduous shade trees with lime green ovate leaves, creating a dense, rounded crown. All varieties of beech trees produce small …
BEECH Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster
The meaning of BEECH is any of a genus (Fagus of the family Fagaceae, the beech family) of hardwood trees with smooth gray bark and small edible nuts; also : its wood.
Beech Tree – Forestry.com
Oct 11, 2023 · The beech tree, belonging to the genus Fagus within the Fagaceae family, stands as a captivating emblem of the deciduous flora in temperate zones across the Northern …
American beech - The Morton Arboretum
American beech is a large, graceful native tree, excellent for large, park-like landscapes where it has room to spread its wide, low-growing branches. The massive trunk has beautiful silver …
Beech Tree: Description, Types, and Care Tips - Planet Natural
Dec 29, 2024 · Discover the various types of beech trees, their descriptions, and essential care tips. Our planting guide ensures successful beech tree growth.
Fagus grandifolia - Wikipedia
The genus name Fagus is Latin for "beech", and the specific epithet grandifolia comes from grandis "large" and folium "leaf", in reference to the American beech's larger leaves when …
Learn About American Beech - Arbor Day Foundation
It is a versatile tree, often used in parks, golf courses, acreages, and the forestry industry. The American beech is not a tree you plant for fast growth and quick shade — this slow grower is …