Alnus rubra
Plant Details
Plant Properties
Layer:
Tree
Format:
Large
Height:
20.00 m
Width:
10.00 m
Growth Rate:
Slow
Leaf:
Deciduous
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
7-8
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:
Leaves, Inner bark, Juice
Leaves, Inner bark, Juice
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
Nitrogen, Pioneer, Charcoal, Dye, Hedge, Wind trap, Wood
Nitrogen, Pioneer, Charcoal, Dye, Hedge, Wind trap, Wood
Description
This plant is a pioneer and fixes nitrogen. The catkins can be eaten raw or cooked; they are high in protein but have a bitter taste. The bark must be boiled and dried to avoid the emetic effect. Often, the bark is dried and ground into powder that can be used as a thickening agent in soups or mixed with grain for bread. The sap of this plant is harvested raw in late winter on a warm, sunny day followed by a freezing cold night for the best flow. It has a sweet taste and was often used in the past to sweeten other foods. No specific details are provided about the buds, so it is unclear whether they refer to flower buds or leaf buds.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
01/09
End of Harvest:
31/10
Crown Data
Crown Type:
Breed Piramidaal
Crown Density:
Dichte kroon
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
|
Prunus persica Peach |
Prunus persica (peach) benefits from the nitrogen-fixing ability of Alnus rubra, improving soil fertility for better growth. |
|
Prunus domestica Plum |
Prunus domestica (plum) can thrive in the nutrient-rich soil created by Alnus rubra, leading to healthier fruit yields. |
|
Pinus edulis Piñon |
Carex species can enhance soil structure and moisture retention, benefiting from the shaded environment of Alnus rubra. |
|
Ribes rubrum Redcurrant, Whitecurrant |
Ribes rubrum (red currant) thrives in the nitrogen-rich soil provided by Alnus rubra, enhancing berry production. |
|
Myrica gale Bog myrtle |
Myrica gale helps in nitrogen fixation and attracts beneficial insects, complementing the nitrogen contribution of Alnus rubra. |
|
Viburnum opulus Highbush cranberry |
Viburnum opulus (guelder rose) benefits from the improved moisture retention of the soil and provides habitat for wildlife. |