Carya ovata
About
Carya ovata, the shagbark hickory, is a common hickory native to eastern North America, with two varieties. The trees can grow to quite a large size but are unreliable in their fruit output. The nut is consumed by wildlife and historically by Native Americans, who also used the wood.
- Family
- Juglandaceae
How to use it
The shagbark hickory is valued not only for its delicious nuts but also for its strong wood, which is often used in furniture making and for smoking meats. The wood's durability and unique flavor make it a favorite among chefs and craftsmen alike. This tree plays an essential role in its ecosystem, providing food and habitat for various wildlife.
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In the kitchen
The nuts of the shagbark hickory are edible and can be enjoyed by humans. They have a rich, sweet flavor that makes them a delightful addition to recipes like pies, cookies, or even as a snack on their own. Just remember, the tree doesn’t always produce nuts every year, so you might need to be patient while waiting for a good harvest!
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Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Carya ovata
- Slug
- carya-ovata
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Juglandaceae
- Genus
- Carya
- Species
- ovata
- Wikidata QID
- Q2601238
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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