Sorbus domestica
Plant Details
General Information
Scientific name:
Sorbus domestica
Also known as:
Service Tree
Images:
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Plant Properties
Layer:
Fruit tree
Format:
Medium
Height:
15.00 m
Width:
8.00 m
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Leaf:
Deciduous
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
6-10
Soil Moisture:
Moist
Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acid Neutral Basic
Acid Neutral Basic
Light:
Half shade, Sun
Half shade, Sun
Usage properties
Edible part:
Fruit
Fruit
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
Bee plant
Bee plant
Description
Fruits - raw or cooked. This fruit usually becomes soft when eaten raw. To achieve this, it is recommended to store the fruit in a cool, dry place until it is almost, but not entirely, starting to rot. At this point, the fruit has a delicious flavor, similar to tropical fruit. The bletting process of the fruit often begins while it is still hanging on the tree, and we have eaten delicious fruits directly from the tree in mid-September. The fruit can also be dried and used like plums. The fruit is approximately 3 cm in size.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
15/09
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 |
|---|---|
|
Fagus sylvatica Beech |
Helps to improve soil quality and provides shade, benefiting the Sorbus domestica while also creating a diverse habitat. |
|
Corylus avellana Hazel |
Acts as a nitrogen fixer, enriching the soil for Sorbus domestica and attracting beneficial insects. |
|
Morus alba White mulberry |
Provides supplementary food sources for pests and birds, acting as a buffer to protect Sorbus domestica foliage. |
|
Prunus domestica Plum |
Creates a mutually beneficial relationship, as both species share similar soil and water requirements. |
|
Corylus colurna Turkish Hazel |
Provides a good cover and windbreak, helping to protect the Sorbus domestica from harsh environmental conditions. |
|
Alnus glutinosa European Alder |
Fixes nitrogen in the soil, improving soil fertility for Sorbus domestica and supporting the growth of other plant species. |
|
Tilia americana Basswood |
Adds organic matter to the soil and improves moisture retention, benefiting all plants in the guild. |
|
Salix alba Willow |
Helps manage water levels and provides shelter for wildlife, enhancing biodiversity around Sorbus domestica. |