Juglans neotropica
Care consensus, photos, and the collectors growing it.
- Common name
- Andean walnut
- Plant type
- Tree
- Growth habit
- Upright
- Light
- Full sun
- Watering
- Medium
- Temperature
- Warm
- Humidity
- Moderate
- Propagation
- Seed grown
- Native range
- Andean mountains of South America
- Toxic to pets
- Not toxic
- Toxic to people
- Not toxic
- public plants
- 0 public plants
- collectors
- 0 collectors
What Juglans neotropica is
Juglans neotropica is an upright tree native to high altitudes. You will recognize it by its structure as it reaches toward the light.
This tree thrives in warm, temperate conditions. If you provide it with full sun and consistent water, it occupies a significant space in your landscape.
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Juglone is produced by the roots and leaves, which can inhibit the growth of nearby sensitive plants.
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People and Juglans neotropica
How our relationship with this plant has changed over time.
- Pre-Columbian
Original use
People in the Andes have long used the timber for woodworking and construction. The nuts provided a local food source for generations.
- 19th century
Scientific recognition
Botanists began documenting the species as trade routes expanded. Interest grew in the quality of its dark, dense wood for fine furniture.
- Modern day
Current cultivation
You now find this tree in select arboretums and private collections. Growers focus on seed propagation to maintain the integrity of the species.
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Start a collectionFrequently asked about Juglans neotropica
Quick answers pulled from the public catalog and care consensus above.
What is Juglans neotropica?
Juglans neotropica is a species in the Juglans genus. Commonly known as Andean walnut, a tree, and with a upright growth habit. Native to Andean mountains of South America.
How do you care for Juglans neotropica?
Reference care guidance for Juglans neotropica: full sun light, medium watering, warm temperatures, and moderate humidity. Collectors on collecto.rs will refine this as more public specimens are added.
How rare is Juglans neotropica?
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