Carpinus (Noun)
Meaning
Mostly deciduous monoecious trees or shrubs: hornbeams; sometimes placed in subfamily Carpinaceae.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The forestry expert carefully transplanted a carpinus into the designated research area to assess growth patterns in varying soil conditions.
- Carpinus species can commonly be found thriving in woodland environments across Europe and certain parts of Asia.
- In the fall season, the branches of the carpinus trees exhibited vibrant colors prior to shedding their leaves.
- Due to their strength and flexibility, branches from the carpinus were a popular choice for craftsmen during the wooden wheel manufacturing process.
- Within the extensive botanical gardens, tourists could observe many varieties of carpinus and their unique adaptations to varying environmental conditions.