sylvatic fagus "pendula"

description

the sylvatic fagus "pendula", commonly known as beech pendulum, is a variety of beech with embroidered and graceful bearing. his fallen leaves are of intense green color and assume a form oval with serrated margins. this variety is appreciated for its architectural form and is often used in parks and gardens as an ornamental tree. the hanging beech adds a distinctive element with its elegant foliage and characteristic growth pendant.

characteristic

portamento:the most obvious feature is its hanging and pretty. the branches develop in way elegant, with the tops of the stems that bend down, creating an attractive architectural form.
leaves:the leaves are fallen, of oval shape and with fine margins Saddle up. have an intense green color that turns into yellow-orange shades during autumn, adding interest seasonal.
flowers and fruits: like common beech, produces insignificant flowers and fruit known as beech, but its main attraction lies in the structure of the branch rather than in the flowering.
Size:can reach significant heights, but its width is often more pronounced, creating a form distinctive shade.
habitat:this variety is adaptable to various types of soils and climates, although preferring well drained soils and temperate climates.
use ornamental: thanks to its unique architectural form, beech pendulum is widely cultivated for ornamental purpose in parks, gardens and landscape areas. its hanging growth makes it especially suitable for creating interesting visual effects.

origin

The hanging beech is a variety ornamental derived from common beech (sylvatic fagusOrigin the forests of central and southern Europe. the variety pendula has been selected and cultivated for its elegant and pendant, resulting from genetic mutations. introduced as plant ornamental, hanging beech became popular in gardens and parks in many regions of the world.

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