Woody > Corylus > Corylus heterophylla > Corylus heterophylla
Corylus heterophylla
Siberian Filbert
Origin: China, Japan, Korea and Russia.
| Family |
| Betulaceae |
| Genus |
| Corylus |
| Species |
| heterophylla |
| Category |
| Woody |
| Type |
| Tree (deciduous) |
| USDA Hardiness Zone |
| 4 - 8 |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone |
| 2a - 8a |
| RHS Hardiness Zone |
| H7 - H4 |
| Temperature (°C) |
| (-32) - (-7) |
| Temperature (°F) |
| (-25) - 20 |
| Height |
| 7 m |
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Description and Growing Information
Flowering Period
| General Description |
| This species has been placed on the IUCN Red List as least concern. |
| Cultivation |
| Moist soil in full sun to partial shade. |
| Habitat |
| Mountain slopes and forest edges. |
| Propagation |
| Propagation by seed, should be sown in autumn in a cold frame, germinate in late winter or spring. Pre-soak seeds in warm water for 48 hours, then 2 weeks warm proceeded by 3-4 months of cold stratification. Germination takes place within 1-6 months at 20°C. Once large enough, prick and place in individual pots. Transplant in late spring to early summer. Suckers can be divided early spring and planted directly to their permanent position. |
| Ethnobotanical Uses (Disclaimer) |
| Seeds can be dated raw or cooked and produce an edible rich oil. |
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