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Q: What are these growths on my pignut hickory leaves?

by BLOGS.IFAS
July 13, 2017

Q: What are these growths on my pignut hickory leaves? I think they are insects and they are chewing my leaves. A: I appreciate you bringing in samples of the growths as this helped me identify the problem more easily. Actually, these growths ... READ MORE

Category: Home Landscapes, Pests & Disease
Tags: Hickory Leaf Gall, Pignut Hickory

Q: I have a pignut hickory tree and it produces loads of nuts. Can we eat them?

by BLOGS.IFAS
June 18, 2017

A: According to the Florida Division of Forestry, the fruit of the Pignut hickory, Carya glabra, can be eaten. But, always be sure any plant is properly identified before ingesting any part of it – fruit or leaves. There use to be an old wives ... READ MORE

Category: Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes
Tags: Carya Glabra, Pignut Hickory

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