FEATURED NATIVE TREE – CHINKAPIN

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FEATURED NATIVE TREE: Castanea pumila, chinkapin

​The Allegheny chinquapin is closely related to the American chestnut, Castanea dentata, and both trees can be found in the same habitat. The chinquapin tends to grow as a shrub in this area, and it has small spiny fruits. For additional information on growing conditions and habitat, click the button below.

CHESAPEAKE BAY NATIVE PLANT CENTER – CHINKAPIN