Corylus sieboldiana
var. mandshurica
| Family |
| Betulaceae |
| Genus |
| Corylus |
| Species |
| sieboldiana |
| Category |
| Woody |
| Type |
| Shrub (deciduous) |
| Variety |
| mandshurica |
| USDA Hardiness Zone |
| 5 - 9 |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone |
| 4a |
| RHS Hardiness Zone |
| H7 - H3 |
| Temperature (°C) |
| (-26) - (-1) |
| Temperature (°F) |
| (-15) - 30 |
| Height |
| 4. 5 m |
| General Description |
| This subspecies has been placed on the IUCN Red List as least concern. |
| Cultivation |
| Moist soil in full to partial shade. Tolerates most soil and Ph most levels, however does not tolerate very acidic soils. |
| Habitat |
| Forests. |
| Propagation |
| Propagate by seed: sow in autumn in a cold frame, it will germinate in late winter or spring. Seeds should be pre-soaked in warm water, then 2 weeks warm proceeded by 3-4 months cold stratification. Germination takes place 1-6 months at 20°C. Once large enough, prick and place into individual points on a cold frame. Plant into permanent positions late spring or early summer. Division by suckers should be done early spring and placed directly into permanent positions. |
| Ethnobotanical Uses (Disclaimer) |
| Seeds can be eaten cooked or raw. Seeds produce an edible oil. |