Carya alba is popularly known as felt. It grows mainly in North America, but can also be found on other continents of the Northern hemisphere. The height of trees under favorable conditions can reach 30 m.
The fruit of the tree ripens in brushes, and the nut itself has a spherical or ellipsoid appearance, slightly flattened. The nut has a fairly strong and thick shell. The tree belongs to the frost-resistant type of plants, can easily live in the city.
The taste of the nut is very sweet, so it is actively used in confectionery products. The tree itself looks great in the form of decoration of parks, streets, embankments. The leaves have an unusual color, especially in autumn, and a large crown.