Castanea

Examples

• All

• The American chestnut, a member of the Castanea genus, was once a common tree in North America's forests.

• Botanists studied the genetic diversity of Castanea after a fungal blight decimated populations.

• Several species within the genus Castanea are valued for their edible nuts.

• The Castanea trees are known for their beautiful foliage.

• Did you see the Castanea in the park?

• Several species within the genus Castanea produce edible nuts that are enjoyed in various culinary dishes.

• Botanists studied the ecological role of Castanea trees in supporting local wildlife and improving soil health.

Compounds

C

Castanea chrysophylla

• Specialized

9.9

A small evergreen tree from the Pacific coast of North America with shiny yellow-green leaves and edible nuts

C

Castanea crenata

• Specialized

9.5

A chestnut tree from Japan and Korea that produces edible nuts

C

Castanea dentata

• Specialized

9.9

A large tree that loses its leaves each year, native to eastern North America and known as the American chestnut

C

Castanea mollissima

• Specialized

9.9

A chestnut tree from China and Korea that makes sweet nuts you can eat

C

Castanea ozarkensis

• Specialized

9.9

A small tree from the Ozark Mountains with larger leaves than the Allegheny chinkapin

C

Castanea pumila

• Specialized

9.9

A small chestnut shrub that produces edible nuts in the southeastern United States

C

Castanea sativa

• Specialized

9.6

A tree that makes sweet, edible nuts and useful wood

Surface Forms

Etymology