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The Hickory

Trees in the Walnut Family - Juglandaceae

By Steve Nix, About.com

Mockernut Hickory

Mockernut Hickory

Photo by Steve Nix
Juglandaceae - Watson/Dallwitz

Description by Individual Hickory Species - Carya

Leaves: mostly alternate, pinnately compound , finely toothed.

Fruit: hard-shelled nut.

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