Mockernut hickory
Mockernut Hickory
Mockernut Hickory (Carya tomentosa), also known as mockernut, white hickory, whiteheart hickory, hognut, and bullnut, is a tree in the walnut family, Juglandaceae. It is native to eastern North America, from southern Michigan to central Florida and from the east coast to eastern Texas.
Pronunciation
Mockernut Hickory: /ˈmɒkərnʌt ˈhɪkəri/
Etymology
The term "Mockernut" is believed to have originated from the word "mocker", which means to imitate or ridicule, and "nut", referring to the hard-shelled fruit of this tree. The name is thought to have been given due to the large size of the nut, which has a very small kernel inside, thus "mocking" those who attempt to eat it.
Description
The Mockernut Hickory is a large deciduous tree that typically grows 60-80 ft (18-24 m) tall with a tall straight trunk and broad rounded crown. The bark is gray and either smooth or scaly. The leaves are alternate, compound, and typically have five, rarely seven leaflets. The fruit is a large, hard-shelled nut, containing a small edible kernel.
Related Terms
- Deciduous: A term referring to trees or shrubs that shed their leaves annually.
- Leaflets: The individual sections of a compound leaf.
- Juglandaceae: The botanical name for the walnut family.
- Carya: The genus of hickory trees and shrubs.
Uses
The wood of the Mockernut Hickory is used for a variety of purposes, including fuel, charcoal, and tool handles. The nuts, while difficult to crack, are edible and were used as a food source by Native Americans.
Medical Relevance
While not typically used in modern medicine, some traditional uses of the Mockernut Hickory include the use of the bark in treatments for arthritis and the nuts as a dietary supplement due to their high protein content.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Mockernut hickory
- Wikipedia's article - Mockernut hickory
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