Hop-hornbeams (Ostrya)

Hop-hornbeams

Hop-hornbeams are a group of small deciduous trees (reaching 20 m maximum). These trees have exceptionally hard wood, making them useful for applications that require toughness and durability. Though difficult to work with, the wood is used to make plane soles and tool handles. Some species of hop-hornbeams are occasionally planted as ornamentals, but some foresters regard these trees as weeds.

Scientific classification

Genus

Hop-hornbeams (Ostrya)

Family

Birch

Order

Beeches, walnuts, and allied trees

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Deciduous

Leaf type

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Species

American hophornbeam European hop hornbeam Zhejiang hop-hornbeam Japanese hop-hornbeam

Care Guide for Hop-hornbeams

Every 2-3 weeks

Water

Water: Hop-hornbeams thrives in arid regions with excellent drought tolerance, requiring infrequent watering every 2-3 weeks. Typically grown outdoors, it benefits from natural rainfall. As a deciduous plant, its water needs decrease during dormancy in colder months, conserving resources until spring.

Propagation: Primary propagation of hop-hornbeams is achieved through seed sowing, requiring moist, well-draining soil and stable temperatures. Stratification is often needed for germination. Key steps include collecting seeds, stratifying them, sowing in pots, and maintaining consistent moisture before transplanting established seedlings.

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