Life Span
Perennial
Perennial
Origin
Northeastern United States, Mid-Atlantic United States, Southeastern United States, Central United States, Canada
Southeastern United States, Central United States, South-Central United States, Mexico
Types
Northern shagbark hickory, Southern shagbark hickory
Elliot Pecan, Gafford Pecan
Habitat
Woodland Garden Canopy
Loamy soils, Moist woods, Tropical regions
USDA Hardiness Zone
4-8
5-9
Sunset Zone
Not Available
2b, 3a, 3b, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20
Habit
Oval or Rounded
Upright/Erect
Flower Color
Not Available
Yellow, Green
Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
Bicolor
Fruit Color
Not Available
Tan, Brown
Leaf Color in Spring
Not Available
Green
Leaf Color in Summer
Not Available
Green
Leaf Color in Fall
Not Available
Yellow
Leaf Color in Winter
Not Available
Not Available
Leaf Shape
Pinnate
Pinnate
Plant Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Spring, Summer, Fall
Sunlight
Full Sun
Full Sun
Type of Soil
Loam, Sand
Loam
The pH of Soil
Acidic, Neutral
Acidic, Neutral
Soil Drainage
Well drained
Well drained
Bloom Time
Not Available
Spring
Tolerances
Not Available
Not Available
Where to Plant?
Ground
Ground
How to Plant?
Seedlings
Seedlings, Stem Planting
Plant Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Watering Requirements
Average Water Needs
Requires watering in the growing season, Use Mulches to help prevent water loss during hot and windy weather, Water more in summer
In Summer
Lots of watering
Lots of watering
In Spring
Moderate
Moderate
In Winter
Average Water
Average Water
Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral
Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type
Loam, Sand
Loam
Soil Drainage Capacity
Well drained
Well drained
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Full Sun
Pruning
Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves
Cut upper 1/3 section when young to enhancegrowth, Remove dead branches
Fertilizers
Apply 10-10-10 amount
Apply 10-10-10 amount, Nitrogen, Zinc fertilizers
Pests and Diseases
Leaf spot, Powdery mildew, Trunk Rot, Verticillium Wilt
Crown rot, Leaf curl, Leaf spot, Red blotch, Snails, Squirrels
Plant Tolerance
Drought
Heat Tolerance, Humidity, Shade areas, Soil Compaction
Flowers
Insignificant
Insignificant
Flower Petal Number
Not Available
Not Available
Foliage Texture
Not Available
Medium
Foliage Sheen
Not Available
Matte
Attracts
Mice, Red and Gray Squirrels
Birds, Deers, Squirrels
Allergy
breathing problems, Mouth itching, Sore Throat, Swelling, Throat itching
Rhinitis, Sinuses
Aesthetic Uses
Not Used For Aesthetic Purpose
Cottage Garden
Beauty Benefits
Moisturizing
Hair Conditioner, Making cosmetics, Reduce Bruises
Environmental Uses
Air purification
Air purification, Nesting sites for birds, Shadow Tree
Medicinal Uses
Analgesic, Antirheumatic
Alzheimer’s Disease, Antidepressant, Anti-oxidant, Appetite enhancer, Cardiovascular problems, Detoxifies lever, Diabetes, Gallbladder Diseases, Gout, Strengthen gums, tuberculosis
Part of Plant Used
Sap, Seeds
Bark, Fruits
Other Uses
Used as an excellent fuel, Used in pies, cakes, Used to make yellow dye, used to prepare nut milk
Air freshner, Application in Furniture, used for making charcoal, Used in making musical instruments, Used in paper industry
Used As Indoor Plant
No
No
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Edible, Shade Trees
Fruit / Fruit Tree, Shade Trees
Botanical Name
CARYA ovata
CARYA illinoinensis
Common Name
Shagbark Hickory
Papershell Pecan, Pecan
In Hindi
Shagbark Hickory
पेकॉन
In German
Shagbark Hickory
Pekannuss
In French
Caryer ovale
Pacanier
In Spanish
Shagbark Hickory
Carya illinoinensis
In Greek
Shagbark Hickory
Pecan
In Portuguese
Shagbark Hickory
Nogueira-pecã
In Polish
ORZESZNIK PIĘCIOLISTKOWY
Orzesznik jadalny
Phylum
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Order
Juglandales
Juglandales
Family
Juglandaceae
Juglandaceae
Clade
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Tribe
Juglandeae
Juglandeae
Subfamily
Juglandoideae
Juglandoideae
Number of Species
Not Available
Properties of Shagbark Hickory and Pecan
Wondering what are the properties of Shagbark Hickory and Pecan? We provide you with everything About Shagbark Hickory and Pecan. Shagbark Hickory doesn't have thorns and Pecan doesn't have thorns. Also Shagbark Hickory does not have fragrant flowers. Shagbark Hickory has allergic reactions like breathing problems, Mouth itching, Sore Throat, Swelling and Throat itching and Pecan has allergic reactions like breathing problems, Mouth itching, Sore Throat, Swelling and Throat itching. Compare all the properties and characteristics of these two plants. Find out which of these plant can be used as indoor plant. If you are interested to decorate your house and garden, find out aesthetic uses, compare them and select the plant which will beautify your surrounding. Along with beautification, try comparing medicinal and edible uses of Shagbark Hickory and Pecan and you can choose the plant having best and most benefits.
Season and Care of Shagbark Hickory and Pecan
Season and care of Shagbark Hickory and Pecan is important to know. While considering everything about Shagbark Hickory and Pecan Care, growing season is an essential factor. Shagbark Hickory season is Spring, Summer and Fall and Pecan season is Spring, Summer and Fall. The type of soil for Shagbark Hickory is Loam, Sand and for Pecan is Loam while the PH of soil for Shagbark Hickory is Acidic, Neutral and for Pecan is Acidic, Neutral.
Shagbark Hickory and Pecan Physical Information
Shagbark Hickory and Pecan physical information is very important for comparison. Shagbark Hickory height is 1,830.00 cm and width 1,220.00 cm whereas Pecan height is 2,130.00 cm and width 1,220.00 cm. The color specification of Shagbark Hickory and Pecan are as follows:
Shagbark Hickory flower color: Not Available
Shagbark Hickory leaf color: Not Available
Pecan flower color: Yellow and Green
- Pecan leaf color: Green
Care of Shagbark Hickory and Pecan
Care of Shagbark Hickory and Pecan include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Shagbark Hickory pruning is done Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches and Remove dead leaves and Pecan pruning is done Cut upper 1/3 section when young to enhancegrowth and Remove dead branches. In summer Shagbark Hickory needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Pecan needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water.