Corylus sieboldiana
Plant Details
General Information
Scientific name:
Corylus sieboldiana
Also known as:
Japanese Hazel
Images:
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Plant Properties
Layer:
Nut tree, Shrub
Format:
Smal
Height:
5.00 m
Width:
3.50 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:
Half shade, Sun
Half shade, Sun
Usage properties
Edible part:
Oil, Seed
Oil, Seed
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
Oil, Carbon farming
Oil, Carbon farming
Description
Seeds - raw or cooked. They are very high in fat. The seeds ripen from mid to late autumn and likely need to be protected from squirrels. If stored in a cool place, without their shell, the seeds can be kept for at least 12 months. Edible oil is obtained from these seeds.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
01/09
End of Harvest:
31/10
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
|
Broussonetia papyrifera Paper Mulberry |
Provides shade and wind protection for the hazelnut, improving its growth conditions. |
|
Castanea sativa Sweet Chestnut |
Both trees can share nutrients and support each other's growth, leading to healthier plants. |
|
Prunus persica Peach |
Attracts pollinators beneficial for both species, enhancing fruit set and quality. |
|
Rubus idaeus Raspberry |
Provides ground cover and prevents weeds, while the raspberry bush benefits from the shade of the hazelnut. |
|
Tilia cordata Small Leaved Lime |
Helps improve soil structure with its extensive root system while providing additional shade. |
|
Ulmus laevis Elm |
Aids in creating a diverse ecosystem, enhancing pest control and overall plant health. |