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Sweet chestnut
Scientific name: Castanea sativa
The Sweet chestnut is famous for its shiny brown fruits, or 'chestnuts', that are wrapped in a spiky, green casing and make a tasty winter treat. Look for this tree in woodlands in South East England.
Species information
Category
Statistics
Height: up to 35mConservation status
Introduced, but naturalised species.