Alnus glutinosa
Plant Details
General Information
Scientific name:
Alnus glutinosa
Also known as:
European Alder
Images:
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Plant Properties
Layer:
Tree
Format:
Large
Height:
20.00 m
Width:
12.00 m
Growth Rate:
Slow
Leaf:
Deciduous
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
3-7
Soil Moisture:
Moist, Wet
Moist, Wet
Soil:
Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acid Neutral Basic
Acid Neutral Basic
Light:
Half shade, Sun
Half shade, Sun
Usage properties
Edible part:
None
None
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
Nitrogen, Pioneer, Charcoal, Dye, Hedge, Insecticide, Wind trap, Wood, Bee plant, Carbon farming
Nitrogen, Pioneer, Charcoal, Dye, Hedge, Insecticide, Wind trap, Wood, Bee plant, Carbon farming
Description
The black alder is a tree that is often seen as a pioneer species and is known for its ability to extract nitrogen from the air and bind it in the soil. However, little is known about any edible parts of the black alder.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
01/09
End of Harvest:
28/02
Crown Data
Crown Type:
Breed piramidaal
Crown Density:
Dichte kroon
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
|
Corylus avellana Hazel |
Corylus avellana helps to fix nitrogen in the soil, benefiting Alnus glutinosa by improving soil fertility. |
|
Alnus incana Grey alder, White alder |
Alnus incana thrives in similar conditions and can help enhance biodiversity in the guild. |
|
Betula pendula Birches |
Betula pendula shares a symbiotic relationship with Alnus glutinosa, enhancing nutrient availability. |
|
Fagus sylvatica Beech |
Fagus sylvatica provides shade, helping to maintain soil moisture for Alnus glutinosa. |
|
Malus domestica Apple |
Malus domestica supports pest control and pollinator attraction, benefiting the overall guild. |
|
Salix alba Willow |
Salix alba can help stabilize the soil and reduce erosion around Alnus glutinosa. |
|
Crataegus monogyna Hawthorn, Oneseed hawthorn |
Crataegus monogyna attracts beneficial insects which can help protect Alnus glutinosa from pests. |
|
Prunus domestica Plum |
Prunus domestica can provide an additional harvest while enriching the soil with organic matter. |
|
Alnus rubra Red alder |
Alnus rubra supports a diverse habitat and works synergistically with Alnus glutinosa in nutrient uptake. |
|
Jasminum officinale Jessamine, Poet's jasmine |
Jasminum officinale can provide a lush ground cover, reducing weed competition for Alnus glutinosa. |