Pecan tree seeds (Carya illinoinensis)

Common name: Pecan tree Scientific name: Carya illinoinensis Also known as: Pecan tree A strong deciduous tree from the Juglandaceae family, exceeding 20 meters in height, with growth when planted in ideal conditions at about 50 cm, has a wide canopy and compound pinnate leaves exceeding 30 cm in length, characterized by its fruit which is considered one of the most common types of nuts worldwide. Flower of the Pecan tree: Its flowers are monoecious, small in size, and yellowish-green in color, forming hanging clusters during spring, with male flower clusters longer than female ones. Fruit and seeds of the Pecan tree: Its fruits are produced during autumn after 8 to 10 years of planting from seeds, and have an oval shape containing seeds known as pecans, which are considered an important commercial crop. Growing season of the Pecan tree: Planted during spring and autumn, and can also be cultivated year-round in agricultural nurseries. Suitable climate and soil for the Pecan tree: Requires full sunlight, heat-tolerant but affected by frost, not suitable for cold regions in summer, planted in fertile, well-drained soil away from buildings due to its strong roots. Method of cultivating the Pecan tree: Propagated through grafts and seeds soaked in warm water for several hours before planting in soil at a depth not exceeding 1 cm, and regularly watered. Its benefits and uses: Widely cultivated as a commercial crop, and also a shade tree suitable for large gardens and wide spaces. Original habitat of the Pecan tree: United States of America and Mexico.