Chestnut Tree

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Castanea Dentata

Description Castanea Dentata, commonly known as the American chestnut tree, is a deciduous tree native to eastern North America. It once dominated the forests of the eastern United States, but its population has been decimated by a fungal disease known as chestnut blight.Despite this devastating loss, Castanea Dentata remains an important species for its ecological and cultural value. The tree…