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Castanea chrysophylla

DEFINITIONS OF: Castanea chrysophylla

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n small ornamental evergreen tree of Pacific Coast whose glossy yellow-green leaves are yellow beneath; bears edible nuts

Synonyms:
Castanopsis chrysophylla, Chrysolepis chrysophylla, giant chinkapin, golden chinkapin
Type of:
tree
a tall perennial woody plant having a main trunk and branches forming a distinct elevated crown; includes both gymnosperms and angiosperms
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