Chrysolepis chrysophylla var. chrysophylla
Giant Chinquapin
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Variety
- Botanical Family: Fagaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a shrub or tree.
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Found natively in North America, Chrysolepis chrysophylla var. chrysophylla (commonly known as Giant Chinquapin) is a shrub or tree belonging to the Fagaceae family. Within its native range, this variety is most commonly linked to subtropical conditions. It is a naturally occurring variety of Chrysolepis chrysophylla, which is linked below, along with other varieties of this species.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Type
Shrub
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Northwestern U.S.A., Southwestern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
California, Oregon, Washington
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