Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Genus:
Species:
neotropica
ID:
355793

Status:
valid

Authors:
Diels

Source:
cmp

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 37: 398 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000355125

Common Names

  • Juglans neotropica
  • Neotropical Walnut
  • Neotropical Walnut Tree

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Synonyms

  • Juglans granatensis Linden [unknown]
  • Juglans columbiensis Dode [unknown]
  • Juglans equatoriensis Linden [unknown]

Description

Juglans neotropica (also called neotropical walnut, among many other common names) is a species of walnut native to Central and South America. It typically grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Juglans neotropica is used as a source of timber, fuel, and food. Its timber is used for furniture, construction, and other woodworking projects. Its fuel is used for cooking and heating. Its edible nuts are used in a variety of dishes and desserts.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Juglans neotropica has yellowish-green flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and yellowish-green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Juglans neotropica is a deciduous tree that is native to South America. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed in the fall or by cuttings taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Juglans neotropica

Juglans neotropica is a species of walnut tree native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Juglans neotropica FAQ

What is the common name of Juglans neotropica?

Neotropical Walnut

What is the scientific name of Neotropical Walnut?

Juglans neotropica

What is the natural habitat of Juglans neotropica?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, such as Central and South America.

Species in the Juglandaceae family

Alfaroa costaricensis, Alfaroa guanacastensis, Alfaroa guatemalensis, Alfaroa hondurensis, Alfaroa manningii, Alfaroa mexicana, Alfaroa williamsii, Carya alba, Carya aquatica, Carya brownii, Carya cathayensis, Carya collina, Carya cordiformis, Carya demareei, Carya dunbarii, Carya floridana, Carya glabra, Carya hunanensis, Carya illinoinensis, Carya kweichowensis, Carya laciniosa, Carya laneyi, Carya lecontei, Carya ludoviciana, Carya myristiciformis, Carya nussbaumeri, Carya ovata, Carya pallida, Carya palmeri, Carya poilanei, Carya schneckii, Carya sinensis, Carya texana, Carya tonkinensis, Cyclocarya paliurus, Engelhardia roxburghiana, Engelhardia apoensis, Engelhardia apoensis, Engelhardia danumensis, Engelhardia hainanensis, Engelhardia kinabaluensis, Engelhardia mendalomensis, Engelhardia mersingensis, Engelhardia mollis, Engelhardia rigida, Engelhardia roxburghiana, Engelhardia serrata, Engelhardia spicata, Engelhardia unijuga, Juglans avellana,

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