American Hornbeam (Carpinus Caroliniana) is a perennial tree in the Betulaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade or full shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Carpinus caroliniana is a slow-growing, deciduous understory tree native to eastern North America, known for its attractive globular form and smooth, muscular bark.