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Uses

Edible uses

Notes

Seeds[1]. No further information is given.
There are no edible uses listed for Adenostoma sparsifolium.

Material uses

The bark is fibrous and has been stripped off the plants to make women's skirts[1]. The wood has been used to make fencing posts and as construction material[1]. The wood burns well, giving a high intensity heat[1].
There are no material uses listed for Adenostoma sparsifolium.

Medicinal uses(Warning!)

The plant is cathartic[1].

The plant has been used externally in the treatment of arthritis[1]. An infusion of the leaves has been used in the treatment of colds and chest complaints, and also as a mouth wash to treat toothaches[1]. An infusion of the dried leaves, or the branches, has been used in the treatment of stomach ailments, inducing either bowel movements or vomiting[1].

The crushed twigs have been mixed with oil and used as a salve[1].
There are no medicinal uses listed for Adenostoma sparsifolium.

Ecology

Ecosystem niche/layer

Ecological Functions

Nothing listed.

Forage

Nothing listed.

Shelter

Nothing listed.

Propagation

Seed - we have no information for this species but suggest sowing the seed in a greenhouse in early spring. When large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and grow the plants on for at least their first winter in a greenhouse or cold frame, planting them out in late spring or early summer, after the last expected frosts.

Cuttings could be tried in August of half-ripe wood, preferably with a heel, in a frame.

Layering.

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Cultivation

Requires a sheltered sunny position in a well-drained soil[2][3] and protection from cold winds[3].

Plants are not very hardy in Britain and do not withstand exposure to prolonged winter frosts though they succeed outdoors in the milder areas of the country[2][3]. In colder areas they are best grown against a south or south-west facing wall[3].

The leaves are resinous and catch fire easily[4]. They have a pleasant aroma[3].

Crops

Problems, pests & diseases

Associations & Interactions

There are no interactions listed for Adenostoma sparsifolium. Do you know of an interaction that should be listed here? edit this page to add it.

Polycultures & Guilds

There are no polycultures listed which include Adenostoma sparsifolium.

Descendants

Cultivars

Varieties

None listed.

Subspecies

None listed.

Full Data

This table shows all the data stored for this plant.

Taxonomy
Binomial name
Adenostoma sparsifolium
Genus
Adenostoma
Family
Rosaceae
Imported References
Edible uses
Medicinal uses
Material uses & Functions
Botanic
Propagation
Cultivation
Environment
Cultivation
Uses
Edible uses
None listed.
Material uses
None listed.
Medicinal uses
None listed.
Functions & Nature
Functions
Provides forage for
Provides shelter for
Environment
Hardiness Zone
8
Heat Zone
?
Water
moderate
Sun
full sun
Shade
no shade
Soil PH
Soil Texture
Soil Water Retention
Environmental Tolerances
  • Drought
Ecosystems
Native Climate Zones
None listed.
Adapted Climate Zones
None listed.
Native Geographical Range
None listed.
Native Environment
None listed.
Ecosystem Niche
None listed.
Root Zone Tendancy
None listed.
Life
Deciduous or Evergreen
Herbaceous or Woody
Life Cycle
Growth Rate
?
Mature Size
6 x meters
Fertility
?
Pollinators
Flower Colour
?
Flower Type

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References

  1. ? 1.001.011.021.031.041.051.061.071.081.091.101.11 Moerman. D. Native American Ethnobotany Timber Press. Oregon. ISBN 0-88192-453-9 (1998-00-00)
  2. ? 2.02.1 Thomas. G. S. Ornamental Shrubs, Climbers and Bamboos. Murray ISBN 0-7195-5043-2 (1992-00-00)
  3. ? 3.03.13.23.33.43.5 Huxley. A. The New RHS Dictionary of Gardening. 1992. MacMillan Press ISBN 0-333-47494-5 (1992-00-00)
  4. ? Pesman. M. W. Meet Flora Mexicana. Dale S. King. Arizona. (1962-00-00)

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