Eastern Chinquapin is a type of tree that is native to North America and is part of the oak family. It is mostly found in eastern regions of the continent and, as a result, there are various synonyms used to describe it, based on different regions. The tree is sometimes called dwarf chestnut, which is due to its smaller size compared to other chestnut trees. In some areas, it is known as the Ozark Chinquapin, named after the Ozark Mountains where it is commonly found. Another synonym used to describe the tree is the Allegheny Chinquapin, which is native to the Allegheny Mountains of Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Maryland.