Sinensis Walnut (Juglans sinensis)

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

Juglans sinensis is a deciduous Tree growing to 20 m (65ft 7in). It is in flower from May to June. 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 and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Nuts/Seeds

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Late Summer, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Seed - raw. It contains 15.8% protein, 66.9% fat, 10.8% carbohydrate and 1.8% ash. An edible oil is obtained from the seed, it tends to go rancid quickly. — It contains 15.8% protein, 66.9% fat, 10.8% carbohydrate and 1.8% ash.; An edible oil is obtained from the seed, it tends to go rancid quickly.

Habitat & North American Range

Not known in a truly wild situation. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)