Carya laciniosa 5 PCS fresh seeds, Shellbark hickory, Shagbark hickory, Bigleaf shagbark hickory, Kingnut, Big shellbark, Western shellbark

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Carya laciniosa fresh seeds, Shellbark hickory, Shagbark hickory, Bigleaf shagbark hickory, Kingnut, Big shellbark, Western shellbark (lat. Carya laciniosa).

Tree up to 40 meters high. The bark is light gray, exfoliating in long (up to 50 cm) narrow strips, hanging along the trunk. Young shoots are orange, at first pubescent, and then become naked, with reddish lentils.

The leaves are large, up to 50 cm long. The rachis (main petioles) of the leaves remain on the tree for a long time after the leaves fall, giving it a unique appearance.

The fruits are up to 5-6 cm long, round or obovate with four convex edges. The pericarp is thick, reddish-brown, and opens into four valves when ripe. Endocarp (nut) is round or obovate, 4- or 6-sided, with a thick shell. The kernel is light brown, with a pleasant sweet taste.

Hazel fringed is cultivated as a fruit and ornamental tree. Prefers loose, fertile, slightly alkaline or neutral soils.

USDA Hardiness Zone: 4 (-34°C to -29°C).
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