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California Hazel (Corylus cornuta californica) is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to the Pacific Northwest and California, ranging from British Columbia to Washington and Oregon. California Hazel (Latin: Corylus cornuta californica, family Rosaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
California Hazel is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
California Hazel is a member of the Rosaceae family native to BRC, CAL, ORE, and WAS. California Hazel thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist, well-draining soils that are light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
California Hazel grows best in USDA zone 4-8, full sun, partial sun/shade light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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