March 8th Birth Flower Spotlight, Castanea
Description of Castanea Castanea, commonly known as the chestnut tree, is a majestic and enduring presence in forests and landscapes across temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere. Belonging to the Fagaceae family, Castanea includes several species, such as the American chestnut (Castanea dentata), European chestnut (Castanea sativa), and Asian chestnut (Castanea crenata). These trees are characterized by their tall, spreading canopies, deeply ridged bark, and glossy, serrated leaves that turn golden in autumn....