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Persian walnut (Juglans regia)

Juglans regia, the Persian walnut, is a large deciduous tree native to a region spanning Central Asia to the Himalayas, prized for its edible nuts and timber.

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Sunlight

Full Sun

Watering

Consistent during growth, reduced in late summer

Soil

Well-drained, Loam, Sandy loam

Temperature

Moderate to Warm

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Moderate

Care Requirements

Light

Full Sun

Requires at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth and fruiting.

Watering

Consistent during growth, reduced in late summer

Deep watering at the base, avoid waterlogging

Soil

Well-drained, Loam, Sandy loam

Temperature

Moderate to Warm

Prefers temperate climates with distinct seasons, but can tolerate some heat. Protect from extreme cold during establishment.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Moderate

Balanced fertilizer for young trees; less for mature trees. Soil test recommended.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Fruit

Plant Place Type

Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

15-25 m

Spread

10-20 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

Winter dormancy

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Compound

Flower Size

5-15 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

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Synonyms
Juglans arguta Wall. ex C.DC.
Juglans asplenifolia Dippel
Juglans duclouxiana Dode
Juglans fallax Dode
Juglans fertilis Dippel
Juglans frutescens Dippel
Juglans fruticosa Dippel
Juglans kamaonia (C.DC.) Dode
Juglans longirostris Carrière
Juglans orientis Dode
Juglans praematuriens Poitier ex Pépin
Juglans quercifolia N.Pierce
Juglans salicifolia Dippel
Juglans sinensis (C.DC.) Dode
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderFagales
  • familyJuglandaceae
  • genusJuglans
  • speciesJuglans regia
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

Yes

The leaves, bark, and fruit husks contain juglone, a chemical that can be toxic to some plants (allelopathy) and animals, particularly horses, causing laminitis. Moldy nuts can also be toxic to dogs.

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