Castanea sativa
Plant Details
General Information
Scientific name:
Castanea sativa
Also known as:
Sweet Chestnut
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Plant Properties
Layer:
Nut tree
Format:
Large
Height:
30.00 m
Width:
25.00 m
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Leaf:
Deciduous
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
5-7
Soil Moisture:
Moist, Permeable
Moist, Permeable
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acid Neutral
Acid Neutral
Light:
Sun
Sun
Usage properties
Edible part:
Seed
Seed
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
Wood
Wood
Description
Seed - raw or cooked. In its raw form, the seed has a slightly bitter taste, which significantly improves after cooking. The result is a delicious preparation with a soft texture and a flavor reminiscent of sweet potatoes. This seed is rich in carbohydrates and can be dried, ground, and used as flour in various dishes such as bread and puddings, or as a thickener in soups. Additionally, the roasted seed can serve as a substitute for coffee. Furthermore, sugar can be extracted from this seed.
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 |
|---|---|
|
Acer campestre Field Maple, Hedge maple |
Acer campestre serves as a nutrient pump, drawing up nutrients that benefit the chestnut tree's growth. |
|
Corylus avellana Hazel |
The hazelnut tree offers shade and can help improve soil moisture retention for Castanea sativa. |
|
Fagus sylvatica Beech |
Beech trees provide a natural windbreak, helping protect Castanea sativa from harsh weather conditions. |
|
Salix alba Willow |
Willow trees improve soil structure with their root systems, benefiting the growth of chestnuts. |
|
Prunus avium Sweet cherry |
Sweet cherry can enhance biodiversity and attract beneficial insects that aid in pollination. |