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Sweet chestnut
Castanea sativa
29.8431, 79.6033
Field Notes
Description:
Castanea sativa is a species of the flowering plant family Fagaceae, the tree and its edible seeds are referred to by several common names such Sweet Chestnut or Marron. Originally native to southeastern Europe and Asia Minor, it is now widely dispersed throughout Europe and parts of Asia, such as the lower Himalayas and other temperate parts of the Indian Subcontinent. The trees are hardy, long lived and well known, especially for its chestnuts which are used as an ingredient in cooking.
Habitat:
The tree requires a mild climate and adequate moisture for good growth and a good nut harvest. Its year-growth (but not the rest of the tree) is sensitive to late spring and early autumn frosts, and is intolerant of lime. Under forest conditions it will tolerate moderate shade well.
Notes:
Found this one while trekking. From a distance they look like soft pom poms growing on trees, but are spiky to touch.
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