Carpinus betulus Hornbeam (Betulaceae) Deciduous tree

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Carpinus betulus
Hornbeam
Deciduous tree
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The Carpinus betulus plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Betulaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Hornbeam.

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Latin Name:  Carpinus betulus
Common Name:  Hornbeam
Family:  Betulaceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  25   Mature Width:  20

Habitat:  Woodlands and hedgerows on sandy or clay loams[17], preferring heavier soils[13].

Medicinal Information: The leaves are haemostatic[7]. They are used in external compresses to stop bleeding and heal wounds[7]. A distilled water made from the leaves is an effective eye lotion[7]. The leaves are harvested in August and dried for later use[7]. The plant is used in Bach flower remedies - the keywords for prescribing it are 'Tiredness', 'Weariness' and 'Mental and physical exhaustion'[209].

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