The easter ironwood is a hardwood tree in the family betulaceae.
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The currently accepted scientific name for eastern hophornbeam is ostrya virginiana mill k.
Ironwood is a common name for many woods or plants that have a reputation for hardness or specifically a wood density that is heavier than water approximately 1000 kg m 3 or 62 pounds per cubic foot although usage of the name ironwood in english may or may not indicate a tree that yields such heavy wood.
In late spring clusters of showy pinkish flowers appear helping to bring beautiful spring color and curb appeal to any landscape style.
Interestingly its extremely high density and resistance to compression makes an excellent material for the construction of wooden longbows which were an important weapon historically.
Virginiana typical eastern hophornbeam var.
Ironwood is a tough understory tree with beautiful birch like leaves grayish brown flaky bark fine textured drooping branches and attractive hop like fruits.
The ostrya virginiana is commonly known as the american hophornbeam eastern hophornbeam hophornbeam as well as ironwood.
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The ironwood tree also known as the american hornbeam is a favorite landscaping tree that attracts birds and other wildlife throughout the year.
Recognized varieties and forms are as follows.
Ironwood is considered one of illinois toughest native hardwoods and is not only ornamental but resistant to many disease and insect problems.
The ironwood tree has a compact shape with a thin trunk and a full round canopy.
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Excellent tree for naturalized landscapes.
Its wood is very durable and used for making a variety of modern tools.
Ironwood tree carpinus caroliniana is a compact thin trunked slow grower.
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