Carya glaba
Plant Details
General Information
Scientific name:
Carya glaba
Also known as:
Sweet Pignut, Pignut hickory
Images:
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Plant Properties
Layer:
Nut tree
Format:
Large
Height:
30.00 m
Width:
20.00 m
Growth Rate:
Slow
Leaf:
Deciduous
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
4-9
Soil Moisture:
Permeable, Moist
Permeable, 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:
Juice, Seed
Juice, Seed
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
Wood
Wood
Description
Seeds from this plant can be eaten both raw and cooked. The quality of the seeds varies greatly; some are sweet and pleasant, while others can be bitter and astringent. Generally, the seeds of this plant are of lesser quality compared to other hickories. They are relatively small, have a thick shell, and contain little edible content. The seeds ripen in late autumn and can be stored for at least 6 months in the shell in a cool place. The sap of this plant can be tapped in the spring and is used as a refreshing drink with a sweet taste.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
01/10
End of Harvest:
30/11
Crown Data
Crown Type:
Smal Piramidaal
Crown Density:
Dichte kroon
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
|
Morus nigra Black Mulberry |
Morus nigra helps to attract beneficial insects and provides shade to the Carya glaba as it grows. |
|
Morus rubra Red mulberry |
Morus rubra enriches the soil with organic matter as its leaves decompose, benefiting the Carya glaba. |
|
Corylus avellana Hazel |
Corylus avellana offers additional ground cover and attracts pollinators, enhancing the growth of Carya glaba. |
|
Rubus idaeus Raspberry |
Rubus idaeus acts as a natural pest deterrent and provides additional edible yield alongside Carya glaba. |
|
Morus bombycis Kuwa |
Morus alba can improve soil fertility and humidity levels, which supports the growth of Carya glaba. |