Japanese Hazel (Corylus sieboldiana)

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

Corylus sieboldiana is a deciduous Shrub growing to 5 m (16ft 5in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Nuts/Seeds

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Rich in oil. — Seed - raw or cooked.; 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.; An edible oil is obtained from the seed.

Habitat & North American Range

Not known. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)