Plant Details

Castanea sativa

Sweet Chestnut

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General Information

Scientific name: Castanea sativa
Also known as: Sweet Chestnut

Plant Properties

Layer: Nut tree
Size: Large
Height: 30.00 m
Width: 25.00 m
Growth Rate: Moderate
Leaf: Deciduous

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 5-7
Soil Moisture:
Moist, Well-drained
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acidic Neutral
Light:
Full sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Seed
Edibility:
(5)
Medicinal:
(5)
Features:
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: Broad pyramidal
Crown Density: Dense crown