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Carya (Noun)

Meaning

Genus of large deciduous nut-bearing trees; United States and China.

Classification

Nouns denoting plants.

Examples

  • Carya trees are widely cultivated for their edible nuts and timber in the United States and China.
  • The wood of the Carya genus is highly prized for furniture making due to its strength and attractive grain pattern.
  • Several species of Carya, including the shagbark hickory and the bitternut hickory, are native to eastern North America.
  • In China, the Carya cathayensis is a popular species of Carya, known for its flavorful nuts and resistance to disease.
  • The leaves of Carya trees are typically large and compound, with 3-5 leaflets that turn a bright yellow color in the fall.

Synonyms

  • Genus Carya

Hypernyms

  • Magnoliopsid Genus
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