Pontica Hazelnut (Corylus avellana pontica)

Family: Betulaceae | Edibility: Choice Edible (4/5)

Corylus avellana pontica is a deciduous Tree. It is in flower from April to May, and the seeds ripen from September to October. The species is monoecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but both sexes can be found on the same plant) and is pollinated by Wind. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Nuts/Seeds

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

sweets etc. — Seed - raw or roasted and used in breads, cakes, biscuits, sweets etc.; They can also be liquidized and used as a plant milk.; The seed ripens in mid to late autumn and will probably need to be protected from squirrels.; When kept in a cool place, and not shelled, the seed should store for at least 12 months.

Habitat & North American Range

Mixed woodland, streamsides etc in Turkey, in the lower montane zone. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)