Carya ovata (Shagbark Hickory)
Plant community: Old Hickory Forest
Native status: Native to Eastern North America
Mature size (height & width):
Height: 70 - 90 ft
Width: 50 - 70 ft
Habitat/ Tolerances
Typically occurs on both dry upland wooded slopes and hills and in moist valleys and lowland woods
Tolerant to Urban Settings
Flood tolerant
Drought tolerant
Salt tolerant
Eco-indicator:
Hardiness zone: 4-9
Leaf color: Green leaves which turn golden brown in the fall
Flower color / bloom time: Has greenish-yellow flowers which bloom between April and May
Response to Climate Change:
Expected to increase in biomass and population within suitable habitat
Tolerances to drought and flooding also make it particularly adaptable to climate change.
Potential Climate applications:
Climate adaption rank: 6
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