Hind's Black Walnut
Juglans intermedia
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IOverview
Overview
Hind's Black Walnut (Juglans intermedia) is a tree or shrub that thrives in full sun and moist to well-drained soils with a pH between 6 and 7.5. Native to regions including the Andaman Islands, Assam, Bangladesh, parts of China, and various islands in the Bismarck Archipelago and Caroline Islands, this plant is valued for its edible seeds. Standing up to 30 meters tall, Hind's Black Walnut can be found growing in light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay) soils within hardiness zones 4-8. Its distinctive feature lies in the edible parts of the plant—specifically, the nutritious and flavorful seeds that make it a sought-after food source.
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What is Hind's Black Walnut?
Hind's Black Walnut (Juglans intermedia) is a tree or shrub that thrives in full sun and moist to well-drained soils with a pH between 6 and 7.5.
What is Hind's Black Walnut used for?
Traditionally used for immune support, digestion. Each claim is evidence-rated — see Section II for full citations.
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IIBenefits & evidence
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Benefits & evidence
2 claims · 0 sources- Black walnut has been traditionally used in herbal medicine to support immune function, often prepared as a tincture. It is believed to have antimicrobial properties that may help protect against certain pathogens.
The juglone and tannins present in black walnut exhibit antimicrobial activity, which may contribute to its traditional use for supporting the immune system. However, the specific pathways involved are not fully understood.
- Black walnut has been traditionally used in Native American medicine to support digestive health, often prepared as a decoction. It is believed to help with intestinal parasites and promote healthy gut function.
The juglone compound found in black walnut may have anthelmintic properties that target parasitic worms in the gastrointestinal tract. However, the exact mechanism of action for digestive support is not fully characterised.
IV·bMixology suggestions
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Mixology suggestions
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Growingconditions · propagation · uses
VCultivation
Cultivation
Hind's Black Walnut thrives in full sun and requires moist, well-draining soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay). It is hardy in zones 4-8 and grows to a height of 30 meters. Propagate through seed planting. The tree prefers a pH range of 6 to 7.5 for optimal growth.
Light
Full sun
Water
Moist
Soil
Light (sandy), Medium, Heavy (clay)
Hardiness
4-8
Habit
Tree, Shrub
Mature size
30.0 m tall
Soil pH
6–7.5
For first-time growers
How to grow Hind's Black Walnut for the first time
7steps
Start with planting Hind's Black Walnut in a sunny spot and follow these steps for success.
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What you'll need
Seeds or seedlings, garden gloves, trowel.
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Best time to plant
Plant seeds in spring after the last frost or purchase a young tree and transplant it any time of year.
- 3
Soil and container prep
Ensure soil is well-draining with a pH between 6 and 7.5, and prepare by loosening the soil to a depth of about 30 cm.
- 4
Sowing or transplanting
For seeds, sow them shallowly in moist, prepared soil. For seedlings, dig a hole twice as wide but no deeper than the root ball.
- 5
First two weeks
Keep the soil consistently moist and mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
- 6
Ongoing care
Water regularly during dry spells, especially when young. Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer if needed.
- 7
Harvest or pruning
Prune in late winter before new growth starts to maintain shape and remove dead branches.
VIEdible & utility
Edible & utility
Edible parts:Seed
Edible uses: Oil
Other uses:Herbicideoil
Contextrange · companions · related
VIIDistribution
30 native · 0 introduced
Distribution
30 native · 0 introducedDistribution across3 continents· 30 native
Asia6 regions
native (6)BangladeshCambodiaChinaIndiaMaldivesMyanmar
Africa2 regions
native (2)ComorosMadagascar
Oceania3 regions
native (3)FijiNauruNew Caledonia
Broader regions
native:New Guinea, Andaman Is., Bismarck Archipelago, Borneo, Caroline Is., Christmas I., Cocos (Keeling) Is., East Himalaya, Hainan, Jawa, Kazan-retto, Lesser Sunda Is., Malaya, Maluku, Marianas, Marshall Is., Nansei-shoto, Nicobar Is.
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