Walnut
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Walnut
Juglans regia
Walnuts grow on tall trees with big leaves. They have hard shells that protect the tasty nuts inside. Squirrels love to eat walnuts too!
Habitat: Forests
Appearance
The Walnut is a large deciduous tree with deeply furrowed, grey-brown bark that becomes increasingly rugged with age. Its broad, rounded crown is formed by large, pinnate leaves, and it produces distinctive spherical green fruits that house the edible, wrinkled nut inside.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderFagalesFamilyJuglandaceaeGenusJuglans
Category
TreesRarity
Common
Danger
2/5 · Low
Snaps
1
Interesting facts
Ancient Romans called walnuts "Jupiter's Royal Acorn" because they thought they were food for gods.
The green outer husk of walnuts was traditionally used to dye hair and fabrics a rich brown color.
Walnut wood is prized by car makers for dashboards and furniture because it's so strong and beautiful.
Walnuts are one of the oldest tree foods, enjoyed by humans for over 10,000 years!
Special abilities
Ability
Stronghold Shell
Walnut has a super-hard outer shell that helps protect its delicious kernel from hungry animals and pests.
Ability
Deep Root Drinker
Walnut has a long taproot that helps it find water deep underground during dry periods to stay hydrated.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 20-35 m
- Canopy Spread
- 15-20 m
- Edible
- Yes
- Trunk Diameter
- 100-200 cm
- Lifespan
- 150-250 years
- Fruit Type
- Drupe
- Growth Rate
- Medium
- Leaf Type
- Deciduous
Ecological connections
eats
Eastern Grey Squirrel
Sciurus carolinensis
Squirrels bury and eat walnut nuts.
eats
Codling Moth
Cydia pomonella
Its larvae tunnel into and damage walnuts.
depends on
Walnut Husk Fly
Rhagoletis completa
Its larvae feed inside the green husk of walnuts.
eats
Dusky Sap Beetle
Carpophilus lugubris
Beetles feed on decaying walnut husks and nuts.
Traits
Deciduous
Deciduous plants periodically shed all their leaves, typically during autumn or dry seasons.
Broadleaf Tree
Broadleaf trees are angiosperms characterized by flat, wide leaves that are typically shed annually in temperate climates.
Medicinal
Medicinal plants possess chemical compounds that can be used for therapeutic purposes to treat illnesses or maintain health.
Nut Bearing
Nut bearing plants produce hard-shelled fruits, commonly known as nuts, which contain a single seed and are a valuable food source.
Fruit Tree
A fruit tree is a perennial tree that produces fruit, which is edible to humans or animals.
Edible
Edible plants are those parts of a plant that are considered safe for human consumption.
Timber
Timber refers to wood that has been prepared for use in building and carpentry.
Forest
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
Longevous
This trait characterizes organisms with an exceptionally long lifespan compared to others of their kind.
Also known as
Carpathian WalnutEnglish WalnutPersian Walnut
Safety
Danger
2/5 · Low
Do not eat walnuts found in the wild unless an adult says it's safe.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Walnut?
20-35 m
How wide does Walnut spread?
15-20 m
Is Walnut edible?
Yes
How big is Walnut?
100-200 cm
How long does Walnut live?
150-250 years
Where is Walnut usually found?
Forests
What kind of fruit does Walnut produce?
Drupe
How fast does Walnut grow?
Medium
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