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.