the hazel genus
Corylus · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
The hazel genus, scientifically known as Corylus, is a versatile group of deciduous shrubs and trees prized for both nutrition and medicine. Historically used in traditional healing, its leaves and bark offer antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, while its nutrient-dense nuts provide essential fats and minerals for holistic wellness.
- Family
- Betulaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Filbert · Hazel · 3 more
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Common Names
- filbert
- hazel
- hazelnut
- hazelnuts
- hazels
Scientific Names
Accepted name
CorylusRegional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- avellanos
- Avellanos
German:
- Hasel
- Haselbusch
- Haselnüsse
- Haseln
French:
- noisetier
- coudrier
- avelinier
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Fagales and the family Betulaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic designation is within the genus Corylus.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Fagales |
| Family | Betulaceae |
| Genus | Corylus |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern throughout the northern reaches of the European continent. In Northern Europe, it can be found growing across the landscapes of Denmark and Finland. Its presence also extends to the remote islands of the Føroyar. Furthermore, the species is widely distributed throughout the territory of Great Britain. Finally, its geographical range includes the lush terrain of Ireland.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark |
| Northern Europe | Finland |
| Northern Europe | Føroyar |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain |
| Northern Europe | Ireland |
| Northern Europe | Norway |
| Northern Europe | Sweden |
| Middle Europe | Austria |
| Middle Europe | Belgium |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Corylus has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include TAXOL.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| TAXOL | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
TAXOL
- Biomedicine & pharmacotherapy = Biomedecine & pharmacotherapie
Conditions
Corylus has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include cancers.
| Condition | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Cancers | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Cancers
- Biomedicine & pharmacotherapy = Biomedecine & pharmacotherapie