A walnut is an edible seed of trees of the genus Juglans. The best known species is the Common walnut (Juglans regia).
Names
Scientific
Juglans spp.
English
Walnut
Dutch
Walnoot
Spanish
Nogal
French
Noix
German
Baumnüsse
Walnüsse
Italian
Noce
Taxonomy
Genus
Juglans
Family
Juglandaceae
Order
Fagales
Proverbs and Quotes
- They throw stones at the walnut trees, but not at the maple. (Greek proverb)
Did you know that?
- Compared to other nuts, such as almonds, peanuts and hazelnuts, walnuts contain the highest level of antioxidants.