Carya ovata
Plant Details
Plant Properties
Layer:
Nut tree
Format:
Large
Height:
25.00 m
Width:
20.00 m
Growth Rate:
Slow
Leaf:
Deciduous
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
4-8
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:
Milk, Juice, Seed
Milk, Juice, Seed
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
Dye, Wood, Fragrant, Carbon farming
Dye, Wood, Fragrant, Carbon farming
Description
Seeds can be eaten raw or cooked and are often used in pies, pastries, bread, and more. They have a sweet and delicious flavor. The seeds can be ground into flour and used to thicken soups. A milky substance can be made from the seeds and spread like butter on bread or vegetables. The shell of the seeds is usually thick and hard, but in certain cultivars, it can be thinner. The seeds ripen in late autumn and can be stored for up to 2 years in a cool cellar. The seeds are up to 4 cm long. The sap is sweet in taste and is tapped in the spring, and it can be used to make syrup.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
15/09
End of Harvest:
30/10
Crown Data
Crown Type:
Breed Piramidaal
Crown Density:
Dichte kroon
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
|
Juglans nigra Black walnut |
Juglans nigra provides shade and enriches the soil with its leaf litter, benefiting Carya ovata. |
|
Juglans regia English Walnut |
Juglans regia can act as a shield against harsh winds, protecting Carya ovata. |
|
Ribes rubrum Redcurrant, Whitecurrant |
Ribes rubrum attracts pollinators, which can benefit the overall health and productivity of Carya ovata. |
|
Crataegus monogyna Hawthorn, Oneseed hawthorn |
Crataegus monogyna provides habitat for beneficial insects that can help control pests around Carya ovata. |
|
Prunus persica Peach |
Prunus persica can attract pollinators and increase the productivity of the surrounding ecosystem. |
|
Corylus avellana Hazel |
Corylus avellana provides nitrogen-fixing capabilities, improving soil fertility for Carya ovata. |