What were green walnut husks used for in the past?, To protect clay vessels from cracking during firing., To obtain a natural dark dye for fabrics, wood and hair., To produce a fragrant oil used only in religious rituals., What symbolic meaning did the common walnut have in ancient times?, It was seen as a symbol of travel, movement and protection for wanderers., It was a symbol of silence, humility and hermit life., It was associated with fertility, abundance, luck and the strength of life., Why were walnuts valued as food that strengthened the body?, They contain many plant fats, protein and nutrients., After drying, they lost most of their nutritional value but lasted longer., They are very low in calories, so they were eaten mainly during fasting., What is juglone released by the common walnut?, A substance that may slow the growth of some nearby plants., A natural sugar that attracts pollinating insects to walnut flowers., A resin that protects the trunk from damage and frost., Why was the walnut linked with memory and wisdom in the past?, Because walnut leaves were used for writing signs and symbols., Because its fruits ripen very late and stay on the tree for a long time., Because the walnut kernel looks like the human brain., What products can be made from walnuts?, Natural rubber, protective wax and fibres for weaving ropes., Oil, creams, pastes, nut butters and food ingredients., Wood flour, tannins for leather and material for making paper., What role did the common walnut play in old beliefs?, It was considered a tree of sadness, silence and farewells., It was connected with wisdom, luck, fertility and household abundance., It was mainly associated with sea journeys and the protection of fishermen., Why can some plants grow poorly near a common walnut tree?, The common walnut releases juglone, which may limit the growth of sensitive plants., Walnut roots warm the soil, causing other plants to sprout too early., Walnut leaves strongly acidify the air around the tree and block photosynthesis..

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