Juglans microcarpa
Plant Details
General Information
Scientific name:
Juglans microcarpa
Also known as:
Texas Walnut, Little walnut, Stewart's little walnut
Images:
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Plant Properties
Layer:
Nut tree
Format:
Large
Height:
10.00 m
Width:
10.00 m
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Leaf:
Deciduous
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
5-9
Soil Moisture:
Moist
Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acid Neutral Basic
Acid Neutral Basic
Light:
Sun
Sun
Usage properties
Edible part:
Oil, Seed
Oil, Seed
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
Dye, Herbicide, Oil, Wood
Dye, Herbicide, Oil, Wood
Description
Seeds - raw. The seeds are small and have a sweet and oily taste, but they have a thick shell. They are among the smallest seeds in this genus. An edible oil is extracted from these seeds, but it can spoil quickly.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
01/10
End of Harvest:
15/11
Crown Data
Crown Type:
Breed piramidaal
Crown Density:
Dichte kroon
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
|
Carya laciniosa Shellbark Hickory |
Both are from the Juglandaceae family and can help improve soil quality together. |
|
Prunus persica Peach |
Peach trees can benefit from the shady environment provided by Juglans microcarpa. |
|
Salix alba Willow |
Willow trees help to stabilize soil and retain moisture, complementing the walnut's growth. |
|
Alnus glutinosa European Alder |
Alder trees can enhance soil fertility through nitrogen fixation, benefiting nearby walnut trees. |
|
Fagus sylvatica Beech |
Beech trees can provide a diverse canopy that enhances biodiversity and improves soil health. |