Castanea mollissima, also known as the Chinese chestnut, is an Asian species of chestnut tree in the family Fagaceae.

Chinese chestnut is a medium size deciduous flowering tree that is a native of China and, in its natural habitat, often found in woods, forests, and mountain slopes from sea level to 9000 feet. This tree can reach a height and spread of about 40 feet, with a symmetrical and round crown.

Chinese chestnuts are a valuable food-producing tree for home landscapes in the Northeast and may someday be a commercial crop. With the natural variability of the Castanea genus, great genetic potential exists for producing trees with superior nuts, timber, and pest resistance.

2019年11月15日 · Chinese chestnut (Castanea mollissima) is a deciduous tree that produces edible nuts in September and October. This is a different species from the American chestnut that was decimated last century by a fungal canker blight that essentially eliminated it …

2023年6月16日 · While Chinese Chestnut Trees are generally resistant to many pests and diseases, they can be susceptible to chestnut blight, a fungal disease caused by Cryphonectria parasitica. Regular monitoring and early intervention are …

2022年12月20日 · Chinese chestnut trees may sound exotic, but the species is an emerging tree crop in North America. Many gardeners growing Chinese chestnuts do so for the nutritious, low-fat nuts, but the tree itself is attractive enough to be an ornamental. Read on to learn how to grow Chinese chestnut trees.

Chinese chestnut is resistant to chestnut blight which has almost wiped out the American chestnut. This non-native species produces spikes of creamy white flowers in summer. The edible nuts develop in sharp, spiny husks.

2023年12月29日 · Learn about the characteristics and habitat of Chinese chestnut trees, how to grow and plant them, common diseases and pests, harvesting and storage methods, and culinary uses.

Castanea mollissima, also known as Chinese Chestnut, is a highly valued tree native to China, Korea, and Taiwan. It can fruit in just 5-7 years from seed, producing yields of 50-130 lbs per tree. The nuts are edible, with a sweet and delicious taste, making them an excellent staple food.

Chinese chestnut is tolerant of some drought but prefers good soil which is loose, not dry, and not too wet. The following four cultivars have been selected for their nut production: 'Abundance', 'Meiling', 'Nanking', and 'Kuling'.