Cherry Bark Elm
Ulmus villosa
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Prezentare
Ulmus villosa, un arbor deciduu, provine din zonele montane ale Pakistanului și a văii de Himalaya vestice, unde se adaptează la condiții umide și în parte soarecare sau umbrit. Această specie a fost introdusă în anumite părți ale Statelor Unite de Est, inclusiv Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, Districtul de Columbia și Florida. Arborul este cunoscut pentru frunzele sale comestibile, care pot fi consumate raw sau cu ulei. O caracteristică distinctivă a Ulmi de Părți de Cenușie cu Pătrunjel al Ciupercii este pielea sa albă și luminată, care se scurtă în straturi minime, revelând o strat mai intern mai alb sub acestea. Un alt caracteristică notabilă este capacitatea sa de a crește în diverse tipuri de suoli, inclusiv suoli ușoare (cândeți), medii și grele (argila), cu preferințe pentru un pH cuprins între 5 și 7.5.
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What is Cherry Bark Elm?
Ulmus villosa, un arbor deciduu, provine din zonele montane ale Pakistanului și a văii de Himalaya vestice, unde se adaptează la condiții umide și în parte soarecare sau umbrit.
What is Cherry Bark Elm used for?
Traditionally used for digestion, immune support. Each claim is evidence-rated — see Section II for full citations.
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Top 2 evidence-ranked uses of Cherry Bark Elm
Clinicaluses · safety · chemistry · dosagemedicinal profile
IIBeneficii și dovezi
2 claims · 0 sources
Beneficii și dovezi
2 claims · 0 sources- Elm bark, traditionally used in European and American herbalism for digestive issues, may help soothe the gastrointestinal tract when consumed as a decoction. It is often recommended to support gut health and alleviate discomfort.
The mechanism by which elm bark supports digestion is not fully characterised but it likely involves its mucilaginous compounds that provide soothing effects on the digestive lining.
- Elm bark has been traditionally used in herbal medicine to support immune function, particularly when taken as a tea. It may help maintain overall health and resilience against common ailments.
The mechanism by which elm bark supports the immune system is not fully characterised but it likely involves its polysaccharides that have immunomodulatory properties.
IV·bMixology suggestions
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Mixology suggestions
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Growingconditions · propagation · uses
VCultivare
Cultivare
Ulmus villosa se dezvolte în soarecare parțială sau complet și preferă suoli umidi, bine drenajați care sunt ușoare (cândeți), medii sau grele (argila). Crește cel mai bine în zone de durabilitate 4-8 și poate atinge o înălțime de 25 metri. Arborul este nativ din Pakistan, văi de Himalaya vestice și anumite părți ale Statelor Unite de Est. Frunzele sale comestibile sunt utile pentru gardienii. Asigurați-vă că pH-ul suștelui se află între 5 și 7.5 pentru creșterea optimă.
Light
Full sun, Partial sun/shade
Water
Moist
Soil
Light (sandy), Medium, Heavy (clay)
Hardiness
4-8
Habit
Tree
Mature size
25.0 m tall
Soil pH
5–7.5
For first-time growers
How to grow Cherry Bark Elm for the first time
8steps
Start with planting a young Cherry Bark Elm tree for a low-maintenance, rewarding project.
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What you'll need
A young Cherry Bark Elm sapling, garden gloves, and a shovel.
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Best time to plant
Plant in spring or fall when the weather is cooler and more stable.
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Soil and container prep
Ensure soil drains well; amend with compost if necessary. For containers, use a pot at least 30 cm wide and deep.
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Sowing or transplanting
Transplant the sapling to your garden or a large container. Dig a hole twice as wide but not deeper than the root ball.
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First two weeks
Water regularly, keeping soil moist but not waterlogged. Monitor for pests and diseases.
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Ongoing care
Water deeply once a week during dry spells. Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer.
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Harvest or pruning
Prune young trees to shape them; mature trees may need occasional shaping and deadwood removal.
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Common mistakes
Overwatering, planting too deep, neglecting regular watering during dry spells, using the wrong fertilizer, and not providing enough space for growth.
VIEdible & utility
Edible & utility
Edible parts:Leaves
Edible uses: The leaves of the Cherry Bark Elm (Ulmus villosa) are edible and can be consumed raw or cooked. Typically, they are prepared in salads for a mild, slightly bitter flavor. They can also be steamed to mellow their taste before use in various dishes.
Other uses:Lumber
Contextrange · companions · related
VIIDistribuție
30 native · 0 introduced
Distribuție
30 native · 0 introducedDistribution across1 continent· 30 native
Asia2 regions
native (2)GeorgiaPakistan
Broader regions
native:West Himalaya, Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Masachusettes, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma
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