How witch hazel is dispersed?

Witch hazel is primarily dispersed through its seeds, which are released explosively from the mature seed capsules. When the seeds are ripe, the capsules dry and split open, ejecting the seeds up to 30 feet away. Additionally, animals may aid in dispersal by consuming the fruit and excreting the seeds in different locations. This combination of mechanical and biological dispersal helps spread the plant across various habitats.