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Chinquapin
Castanea pumila
In the United States:
Native
· also called Allegheny chinquapin, American chinquapin, dwarf chestnut
Honeybees forage on the catkins of Castanea pumila for substantial nectar and pollen during late spring bloom, contributing to early-season honey flows with a dark, nutty flavor. Peak blooming occurs from May to June in temperate regions, attracting a variety of pollinators to the creamy-white flowers. This thicket-forming shrub prefers well-drained, acidic soils and is susceptible to chestnut blight, necessitating disease monitoring in plantings.
| Nectar | high |
|---|---|
| Pollen | high |
| Bloom (US) | May–June |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | partial |
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