Juglans microcarpa - Edible Fruit/Nuts,Fruits - Little Walnut Page

Looking for a new addition to your garden or landscape? Consider the Juglans microcarpa, also known as the Little Walnut or Texas Walnut. This large shrub or small tree grows wild in Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, and Kansas along streams and ravines. It produces small nuts with a sweet and oily seed enclosed in a thick shell. The pinnately compound leaves bear 7-25 leaflets, each 1/4-1/2 inch wide, and it can be found at elevations between 700-6700 ft. In riparian woodlands where this species grows, it hosts a diverse array of animal life, including many species of birds. While it does not have specific adaptations to fire, off-site seed ensures reestablishment in areas that have burned. With its unique characteristics and adaptability, the Little Walnut will make a fantastic addition to your outdoor space.