What is another word for bitter hickory?
Pronunciation: [bˈɪtə hˈɪkəɹˌi] (IPA) 
Bitter hickory, also known as bitternut hickory, is a medium-sized deciduous tree native to North America. The tree's wood is strong and durable, making it desirable for making furniture, tool handles, and other wooden products. There are a few synonyms for the term bitter hickory, including Carya cordiformis, Swamp Hickory, Water Hickory, and Ash Hickory. The bitter hickory tree produces small, round nuts that are edible but have a bitter taste, hence the tree's common name. The tree's leaves are compound and can reach up to 12 inches long. The bitter hickory tree is a valuable natural resource that has been used in North America for centuries.
