Hazelnut Trees

Hazelnut Trees

　　Hazelnut trees grow in the mountainous areas of Zhaotong City, especially in the northern mountainous region of Zhenxiong County, where there are large tracts of hazelnut forests. The hazelnut tree is a deciduous shrub that is monoecious, and its fruit, the hazelnut, is light brown with a hard shell. It is edible or can be used to produce oil, offering significant economic value. Hazelnuts are rich in vitamins B1, B2, C, E, protein, and carbohydrates. Analysis shows that every 100 grams of hazelnuts contain 618 milligrams of potassium, 354 milligrams of phosphorus, 287 milligrams of calcium, 46 milligrams of thiamine, as well as minerals such as niacin and iron. Hazelnuts are high in calories, with 2.7 kilojoules per 100 grams. Just 350 grams of hazelnuts can meet a person’s daily caloric needs. Hazelnuts can also be processed into a variety of pastries, candies, and other foods. Delicious and fragrant, they are highly nutritious and very popular. The solidification point of hazelnut oil is 15°C. (Zhaotong)