Sambucus racemosa
Plant Details
General Information
Scientific name:
Sambucus racemosa
Also known as:
Red elder
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Plant Properties
Layer:
Fruit tree, Shrub
Format:
Smal
Height:
4.00 m
Width:
4.00 m
Growth Rate:
-
Leaf:
Deciduous
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
4-8
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, Flowers
Fruit, Flowers
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
Repellent, Wood, Fragrant
Repellent, Wood, Fragrant
Description
Fruit - eaten raw or cooked, has a bitter taste. The fruit is very nutritious and contains a lot of fat, protein, and carbohydrates. It can be dried for use, but it loses some of its original flavor. The fruit is about 5 mm in diameter and grows in large clusters, making it easy to harvest. Be mindful of the toxicity, as explained above. Flowers can be eaten raw or cooked, and the root can be used to make a tea-like drink.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
15/08
End of Harvest:
30/09
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
|
Arbutus unedoxaera Strawberry Tree |
Arbutus unedo provides a habitat for beneficial insects which can help pollinate Sambucus racemosa, enhancing fruit yield. |
|
Asimina triloba Papaw |
Asimina triloba can benefit from the same pollinators attracted by Sambucus racemosa, possibly leading to better pollination rates for both plants. |
|
Broussonetia kazinoki Kozo |
Broussonetia kazinoki's broad leaves can provide shade and create a microclimate that will keep the soil moisture levels stable for Sambucus racemosa. |
|
Broussonetia papyrifera Paper Mulberry |
Broussonetia papyrifera can help to attract pollinators to the area which will also benefit Sambucus racemosa. |
|
Cudrania tricuspidata Silkworm Thorn, Storehousebush |
Cudrania tricuspidata can provide additional fruits and improve biodiversity, making the ecosystem more robust and beneficial for Sambucus racemosa. |
|
Cydonia oblonga Quince |
Cydonia oblonga can provide protection from pests and diseases, which can help ensure a healthy growth for Sambucus racemosa. |
|
Sambucus racemosa Red elder |
Planting more Sambucus racemosa individuals will increase the chances of cross-pollination, leading to a richer gene pool and greater resilience against diseases. |