Juglandaceae
Juglandaceae
Juglandaceae (pronounced juhg-lan-duh-see-ee) is a family of plants known as the walnut family. The family is named after the type genus Juglans, which is the Latin name for the walnut tree.
Etymology
The name Juglandaceae is derived from the Latin Juglans, which itself is a combination of Jovis, meaning "Jupiter's", and glans, meaning "acorn" or "nut". This reflects the ancient Romans' belief that walnuts were a food of the gods.
Description
Members of the Juglandaceae family are typically large, deciduous trees that produce nuts. The family includes several economically important species, such as the walnut, pecan, and hickory trees. These trees are known for their hard, durable wood and their edible nuts.
Distribution
Juglandaceae trees are found throughout the world, but are most common in the northern hemisphere. They are native to North and South America, Europe, Asia, and Africa.
Related Terms
- Walnut: A type of tree and its nut, belonging to the Juglandaceae family.
- Pecan: A type of tree and its nut, also a member of the Juglandaceae family.
- Hickory: Another type of tree and its nut, in the Juglandaceae family.
- Deciduous: A term referring to trees that shed their leaves annually, a characteristic of all Juglandaceae trees.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Juglandaceae
- Wikipedia's article - Juglandaceae
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