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Description
Annamocarya Sinensis, also known as Chinese Hickory, is a deciduous tree native to China, Taiwan, and Vietnam. It belongs to the Juglandaceae family and is known for its edible nuts. The tree can grow up to 30 meters tall with a spreading crown.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Fagales |
| Family | Juglandaceae |
| Genus | Annamocarya |
Appearance
The tree has a straight trunk with grayish-brown bark. The leaves are alternate and pinnately compound with 7 to 11 leaflets. The leaflets are ovate-lanceolate and have serrated edges. The tree produces small greenish-yellow flowers in the spring. The fruit is a nut enclosed in a husk, which splits open when ripe.
Care Guide
To care for Annamocarya Sinensis, it is important to provide adequate water, fertilization, soil, sunlight, and consider the hardiness zones.Water: The tree requires regular watering, especially during the growing season. Make sure the soil is moist but not waterlogged.Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer in the spring before new growth appears.Soil: The tree prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.Sunlight: The tree needs full sun to grow and produce nuts.Hardiness Zones: The tree grows best in USDA hardiness zones 5-9.
Common Pests & Diseases
The tree is susceptible to aphids, mites, and scale insects. It can also be affected by root rot, cankers, and leaf spot diseases.
Habitat
Annamocarya Sinensis is native to China, Taiwan, and Vietnam. It grows in temperate regions with well-draining soil.
Question and Answer
Q: Can Annamocarya Sinensis be grown in containers?
A: Yes, the tree can be grown in containers, but it may not produce as many nuts as a tree grown in the ground.
Q: Can the nuts be eaten raw?
A: Yes, the nuts can be eaten raw or roasted.
Q: How long does it take for the tree to produce nuts?
A: It takes 5-7 years for the tree to produce nuts.
Q: Does the tree require pruning?
A: Pruning can help maintain the shape of the tree and promote new growth, but it is not necessary.
Related Plants
- Juglans nigra (Black Walnut)
- Juglans regia (English Walnut)
- Carya illinoinensis (Pecan)
References
- “Annamocarya Sinensis.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=q640.
- “Annamocarya Sinensis.” Plants of the World Online, www.plantsoftheworldonline.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60491286-2.
- “Annamocarya Sinensis.” The Morton Arboretum, www.mortonarb.org/trees-plants/tree-plant-descriptions/chinese-hickory.
