Ceanothus americanus

Plant Details

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General Information

Scientific name: Ceanothus americanus
Also known as: New Jersey Tea
Images: Google Images

Plant Properties

Layer: Shrub
Format: Smal
Height: 1.20 m
Width: 1.00 m
Growth Rate: Fast
Leaf: Deciduous

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 4-9
Soil Moisture:
Permeable, Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium)
pH:
Acid Neutral Basic
Light:
Half shade, Sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Tea
Edibility:
(3)
Medicinal:
(3)
Features:
Dye, Nitrogen

Description

A refreshing tea can be made from the dried leaves of this plant. This tea is a good alternative to coffee from China, as it contains no caffeine. The leaves are collected when the plant is in full bloom and then dried in the shade.

Harvest Data

Start Harvest: 01/08
End of Harvest: 30/09

Guilds

Guild Information

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Guild Details

Guild Description
Asparagus officinalis
Asparagus, Garden asparagus 		Asparagus provides a vertical growth structure that helps support the growth of Ceanothus, while Ceanothus offers shade and organic matter through its leaves.
Berberis vulgaris
European Barberry 		Barberry acts as a protective barrier against pests and provides nutrients to the soil, enhancing Ceanothus growth.
Crataegus chlorosarca
Chinese Hawthorn 		Eastern Redbud attracts pollinators and provides nitrogen to the soil, which benefits Ceanothus.
Fagus sylvatica
Beech 		European Beech provides a natural windbreak and shade, helping maintain a more stable environment for Ceanothus.
Corylus avellana
Hazel 		Hazel provides nuts and organic matter through its leaves, enhancing soil fertility around Ceanothus.
Alnus glutinosa
European Alder 		Black Alder helps fix nitrogen in the soil, enhancing the nutrient availability for Ceanothus.
Chaenomeles cathayensis
Chinese Quince 		Buckthorn offers shelter for birds and beneficial insects, promoting a biodiverse ecosystem around Ceanothus.