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Chinese hazelnut
Scientific Name: Corylus colurna var. chinensis
Family: Betulaceae
Category: Dicot
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Hazelnut
This page explores the fascinating world of hazelnuts, also known as filberts, with a particular focus on their presence and use in Chinese culture and cuisine.
Common Names and Translations
- Common Name: Hazelnut
- Chinese Translations: The text provides various Chinese translations, including 榛子, 榛實, and 榛果.
Distribution and Habitat
- The text mentions that Asia is a region where the accepted taxa of hazelnut are disputed between the WCSP (Plants of the World Online) and the Flora of China.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Corylus colurna (Turkish Hazel) is described as a deciduous tree growing up to 20 meters tall and 7 meters wide at a slow rate. It is hardy to zone 5 (UK) and flowers from April to May.
- The fruit of the hazel is, of course, the hazelnut itself.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- The text mentions that Corylus (hazel) was renowned for its production of hazelnut and taxol.
Culinary Uses and Cultural Significance
- Hazelnuts are highlighted as a popular ingredient in Chinese cuisine, particularly in desserts like Chinese Hazelnut Cookies, a variation of peanut cookies often enjoyed during the Chinese New Year.
- They are also used in savory dishes, as illustrated by a recipe involving hazelnuts, tofu, and yellow bean sauce.
- The text points out a "signature Hazelnut Chicken dish" at China Blue restaurant.
- Mentions use in traditional mid-autumn festival foods like snowy mooncakes.