Taccy Nut (Caryodendron orinocense)

Family: Euphorbiaceae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Caryodendron orinocense is an evergreen Tree growing to 25 m (82ft) by 25 m (82ft) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10. The flowers are pollinated by Wind. The plant is not self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very acid soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Nuts/Seeds

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

pleasant flavour resembling hazel nuts. — Seed - raw, roasted, fried or ground into a powder.; The seeds have a pleasant flavour resembling hazel nuts.; After removal of the leathery testa, the kernels can be eaten raw, roasted, fried or ground for a drink or sweets.; Under dry conditions nuts will keep for around 30 days in the capsule; shell damage or a moist environment can initiate enzyme reaction leading to acidification and rancidity of the oil.

Habitat & North American Range

A canopy tree in dense rain forests; at elevations from sea level to 2,300 metres. (Zone 10)