Fagus sylvatica
Beech
Fagus sylvatica, Beech. A commonly planted tree, native to the south of England but capable of self seeding in the north. Most Beech are green leaved, but copper and purple variants occur and are often selected for ornamental planting.
Photograph detail
Slide 1: Fagus sylvatica, Beech. Autumn foliage. Apedale Beck, Hargill, Redmire. October.
Slide 2: Fagus sylvatica, Beech. New leaf in spring. Apedale Beck, Hargill, Redmire. May.
Slide 3: Fagus sylvatica, Beech. New leaf in spring. Apedale Beck, Hargill, Redmire. May.
Slide 4: Fagus sylvatica, Beech. Male flower. West Wood, Redmire. May.
Slide 5: Fagus sylvatica, Beech. Fruits, called Beech nuts, forming. West Wood, Redmire. June.
Slide 6: Fagus sylvatica, Beech. Fruits, called Beech nuts, forming. West Wood, Redmire. June.
Slide 7: Fagus sylvatica, Beech. Purple variant. Church Lane, Redmire. July.