Called the “hornbeam” after the English variety (“horn” meaning “tough” and “beam” for “tree”) because of the extremely hard, tough wood it produces. However, the tree is relatively small so that only articles such as tool handles and spokes can be manufactured. Also called musclewood. Look for this tree with its muscle-like bark at Mellon Park. It serves wildlife extremely well as deer browse its twigs and foliage, and grouse, pheasant and quail consume its nutlets.