| FAMILIAR TREES OF SOUTH CAROLINA | CLEMSON EXTENSION BUL 117 |
| American
Beech Fagus grandifolia |
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The American beech is readily identified by its smooth, light gray bark, which is frequently carved with dates and initials. The sweet-meated nuts are eaten by many birds and mammals. |
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