Sorbus domestica is a perennial tree with a round compact frame. It grows slowly but can reach up to 20 meters and live for centuries. It is commonly used in regenerative agriculture because of its high environmental value. This species is beneficial for the soil as it adds organic matter and recycles nutrients. Moreover, its deep root system helps in enhancing soil structure and preventing erosion. Its presence encourages biodiversity as it is known to be a valuable habitat for fauna and flora.
Growing Details
Sorbus domestica prefers sunny to half-shady locations and well-drained, deep, and fresh soils. It can tolerate temporary dryness but not permanent wetness. It is a hardy plant resistant to frost and diseases. The plant comes into fruition late, but it bears fruits regularly.
Edible Parts
Fruit
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Range (Based on GBIF Data)
The map shows known occurrence points of <strong>Sorbus domestica</strong> recorded in scientific biodiversity databases.
Source: <a href="https://www.gbif.org" target="_blank">GBIF.org</a> โ Global Biodiversity Information Facility
Location & Timing
native geo location: S. Europe, W. Asia
applicable geo region: Temperate zones
language used: english
Flowering:
middle
of May for 40 days
Harvest:
beginning
of September for 30 days
Seed Start:
end
of April
Indoor Start:
Transplant:
Uses & Benefits
Edible Rating:
(2/5)
edible uses: The mature fruits of Sorbus domestica are edible and sweet. They can be consumed fresh or in the form of jellies, juices, and wines. The fruits have a high sugar content and are also a valuable source of tannins and acids.
Medicinal Rating:
(0/5)
medicinal uses:
health concerns: No known health concerns related to this plant.
other uses: The wood of Sorbus domestica is dense and hard, it has been traditionally used for making various tools and utensils. It is also valued for furniture-making and turnery.
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Botanical data
specie: Sorbus domestica
common names: oskorkusa
family: Rosaceae
sub family: Spiraeoideae
tribe: Sorbeae
sub tribe:
genus: Sorbus
Growing Conditions
area needed: 8.0 m
spacing: 4.0 m
growing difficulty: Medium
Deciduous / Evergreen: Deciduous
Seed Temp (Opt/Min/Max): 15ยฐC / 0ยฐC / 30ยฐC
Plant Temp (Opt/Min/Max): 20ยฐC / -20ยฐC / 35ยฐC
water demands: Medium
humidity:
light demands: Medium
root type: Deep
frost tender: Medium
hardness:โโโโโโโโโโ(7/10)
first harvest: 10 years
life span: None years
succession:
growth rate:
max height: None m
max width: None m
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pH preference:
flower type:
growth details: Sorbus domestica prefers sunny to half-shady locations and well-drained, deep, and fresh soils. It can tolerate temporary dryness but not permanent wetness. It is a hardy plant resistant to frost and diseases. The plant comes into fruition late, but it bears fruits regularly.
Potential Disturbances: Sorbus domestica may face issues like poor soil drainage, nutrient imbalances, and competition from other vegetation.
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