Corylus americana

Scientific Name: Corylus americana
Common Name: American hazelnut
Global Conservation Status: G5 - Secure

This floodplain shrub can be recognized by its thin, broad leaves (some over 4" / 10 cm wide) with finely serrated edges, and edible nuts wrapped in ragged-edged leafy coverings.
Photographer: Matt Jones, CC BY-NC-SA

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