Corylus heterophylla
Today, Corylus heterophylla is a topic that generates great interest and debate in society. For years, Corylus heterophylla has been the object of study, analysis and reflection by experts and scientists in different areas. Its relevance has been reflected in numerous studies, conferences and publications that seek to understand its impact and scope in different contexts. Corylus heterophylla is a topic that crosses borders and reaches people of different ages, genders, cultures and nationalities, generating an enriching dialogue that allows us to understand it from different perspectives. In this article, we will delve into the world of Corylus heterophylla, exploring its origin, evolution and consequences in today's society. Through interviews, analysis and testimonies, we will give a voice to those who have been impacted by Corylus heterophylla and delve into its global implications.
| Asian hazel | |
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Scientific classification 
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| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Rosids |
| Order: | Fagales |
| Family: | Betulaceae |
| Genus: | Corylus |
| Species: | C. heterophylla
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| Binomial name | |
| Corylus heterophylla | |
Corylus heterophylla, the Asian hazel, is a species of hazel native to eastern Asia in northern and central China, Korea, Japan, and southeastern Siberia.
It is a deciduous shrub or small tree growing to 7 m (23 ft) tall, with stems up to 20 cm (8 in) thick grey bark. The leaves are rounded, 4–13 cm (1+1⁄2–5 in) long and 2.5–10 cm (1–4 in) broad, with a coarsely double-serrated to somewhat lobed margin and an often truncated apex. The flowers are wind-pollinated catkins; the male (pollen) catkins are pale yellow, 4 cm (1+1⁄2 in) long, while the female catkins are bright red and only 1–3 mm (1⁄16–1⁄8 in) long. The fruit is a nut produced in clusters of 2–6 together; each nut is 0.7–1.5 cm (1⁄4–1⁄2 in) diameter, partly enclosed in a 1.5–2.5 cm (1⁄2–1 in) long, bract-like involucre (husk).
It is very similar to the closely related common hazel (C. avellana) of Europe and western Asia, differing in the leaves being somewhat more lobed.
Uses
The nut is edible, and is very similar to the common hazel nut; it is cultivated commercially in China.
References
- ^ a b c Flora of China: Corylus heterophylla
- ^ a b Bean, W. J. (1976). Trees and Shrubs Hardy in the British Isles 8th ed., vol. 1. John Murray ISBN 0-7195-1790-7.