Fagus orientalis Oriental beech (Fagaceae) Deciduous tree

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Fagus orientalis
Oriental beech
Deciduous tree
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The Fagus orientalis plant species is found in E. Europe to W. Asia. It is a member of the Fagaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Oriental beech.

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Latin Name:  Fagus orientalis
Common Name:  Oriental beech
Family:  Fagaceae
Author:  Lipsky.

Known Hazards:  Although no specific mention has been seen for this species, large quantities of the seed of many species in this genus are thought to be toxic.

Mature Height:  20   Mature Width:  15

Habitat:  Forests.

Edible Uses: Young leaves - raw. A very nice mild flavour, but the leaves quickly become tough so only the youngest should be used. New growth is usually produced for 2 periods of 3 weeks each year, one in spring and one in mid-summer. Seed - raw or cooked. Rich in oil. The seed should not be eaten raw in large quantities. It can be dried and ground into a powder and then used with cereal flours when making bread, cakes etc. An edible semi-drying oil is obtained from the seed[105, 177, 183].

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