What is another word for Genus Chrysolepis?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛnəs kɹˈa͡ɪsə͡ʊlpˌiz] (IPA) 
Genus Chrysolepis belongs to the family Fagaceae and consists of three species of evergreen trees known for their shiny, toothed leaves and edible nuts. The genus is also known by several other names such as golden chinquapin, golden chinkapin, and Sierra chinquapin. These trees are native to California and Oregon and are valued for their ornamental beauty, as well as their nutritious nuts that have been used as food by Native Americans for centuries. Some other synonyms for the genus are Lithocarpus chrysolepis and Castanopsis chrysolepis. Despite their various names, all three species of Genus Chrysolepis share similar characteristics and are important components of their native ecosystems.
