All Species Have Value

Abstract

The author discusses the values of American hornbeam (Carpinus caroliniana), also known as ironwood, blue-beech, or muscle-wood. He details the benefits provided by American hornbeam, though frequently referred to as a weed. Lockhart provides the context in which less desirable species can benefit the forest and the species for which the land is being managed.

Citation

Lockhart, Brian Roy. 2004. All Species Have Value. Journal of Forestry, Vol. 102, No. 1, p.60 January/February 2004