Carpinus viminea Lindl. ex Wall.
Also known as: Himalayan Hornbeam , Khirki
Carpinus viminea Lindl. ex Wall.
Quick Facts
Also Known As
Himalayan Hornbeam , Khirki
Family
Betulaceae
IUCN Status
Least concernNative Information
Western and central Himalayas (India, nepal ,Bhutan).
Habitat
Habit
Deciduous tree, 10-20m; ovate serrated leaves; smooth gray bark; small wind pollinated flowers; produces nutlets enclosed in leafy bracts.
Uses
Timber(small -scale, furniture, tools); fuel wood ; fodder for live stock; ornamental; soil stabilizer on slopes.
Seed
Flower