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Description
Frequently the peduncle (stalk) that held the fruit sacs remains on the tip of the stem. This can serve as an identification tool even after the individual fruits have dispersed.
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Image Source
Karren Wcisel, TreeTopics.com
Image Creation Date
2-6-2009
Keywords
Betulaceae, Ostrya virginiana, hophornbeam, American hophornbeam, ironwood, tree, deciduous