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Interrelations between the International Treaty and the relevant international instruments of UPOV and WIPO Ken Fern is and unusual, colourful and intelligent character. He is available for interview and the writing of articles. I understand all fruit production occurs in China. Are these fruit produced commercially using cultivars that are propagated vegetatively (cuttings) or are they all grown from seed? If I want to grow the plant, should I find superior cultivars or simply germinate seeds and grow what results? Fern, Ken. Plants for a Future: Edible and Useful Plants for a Healthier World. Hampshire: Permanent Publications, 1997. ISBN 1-85623-011-2. The fruit can also be frozen, and should still retain its nutritional qualities, though I do not know how nice it will taste when thawed.

Till today i succeeded to take about 30 cutlings. They are all beautiful with small green leaves now. Crataegus tanacetifolia. This is a larger tree that can reach 30ft tall. The fruit is quite different from those species mentioned above, it is juicy and much firmer with a distinct apple-like flavour. The fruit is up to 1 inch in diameter. for this plant which -- to no surprise of anyone understanding Tibetan geography and agriculture -- Propagation is not without its difficulties. The genus as a whole is rather promiscuous and plants tend to spread their pollen around without respect for other species. Hybridisation is rife when plants of more than one species are grown together and so, if you want to produce the true species from seed, then you either have to obtain your seed from a wild stand of the plants or cover the flowers with an insect-excluding device and hand pollinate. If you are not too worried about breeding true to type, of course, then this natural tendency to hybridize does offer plenty of opportunity to try and produce new superior fruiting cultivars. Current interest in forest or woodland garden designs reflects an awareness that permanent mixed plantings are inherently more sustainable than annual monocultures. They safeguard and enrich soil ecosystems, enable plants to form cooperative combinations, make use of layers above and below the soil, and they create benign microclimates which soften winds and recycle the rain. The challenge is productivity: how can yields of useful foods and other useful materials be maximised? The latest book from Plants For A Future is a resource for discovering some of the answers.

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Crataegus schraderana. This tree, which also grows about 20ft tall, produces juicy fruits around a half to three quarters of an inch in diameter, with an extremely pleasant flavour. Ken Fern said that it has one of the most delicious fruits he'd ever eaten from a plant of the temperate zone, and that he would far rather eat this fruit than a strawberry! Edible Trees: A practical and inspirational guide from Plants For A Future on how to grow and harvest trees with edible and other useful produce. 2013. ISBN 9781493736102 There always seemed to be more work to do at the land than there were people and time to get it done. Therefore we actively welcomed people who wanted to come and stay for a while with us as volunteers…. more Land Club I have a farmyard animal business too and have not been to a vet for any animal related illness since I started using HG juice as a treatment and preventative. Since 2008, the database has been maintained by the database administrator employed by the Plants For A Future Charity.

Crataegus ellwangeriana. This species is probably another hybrid. It grows about 20ft tall and the fruit, which is juicy and acid, makes very pleasant eating. The fruit is about 3/4 inch in diameter. Mugwort has a long history of use in herbal medicine especially in matters connected to the digestive system, menstrual complaints and the treatment of worms[238]. It is slightly toxic, however, and should never be used by pregnant women, especially in their first trimester, since it can cause a miscarriage[7, 238]. Large, prolonged dosage can damage the nervous system[268]. All parts of the plant are anthelmintic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, carminative, cholagogue, diaphoretic, digestive, emmenagogue, expectorant, nervine, purgative, stimulant, slightly tonic and used in the treatment of women's complaints[4, 7, 13, 21, 147, 165, 178, 201]. The leaves are also said to be appetizer, diuretic, haemostatic and stomachic[176, 218, 222]. They can be used internally or externally[218]. An infusion of the leaves and flowering tops is used in the treatment of nervous and spasmodic affections, sterility, functional bleeding of the uterus, dysmenorrhoea, asthma and diseases of the brain[176, 243]. The leaves have an antibacterial action, inhibiting the growth of Staphylococcus aureus, Bacillus typhi, B. dysenteriae, streptococci, E. coli, B. subtilis, Pseudomonas etc[176]. The leaves are harvested in August and can be dried for later use[4]. The stem is also said to be antirheumatic, antispasmodic, and stomachic[218]. The roots are tonic and antispasmodic[243]. They are said to be one of the best stomachics[4]. They are harvested in the autumn and dried for later use[4]. The leaves, placed inside the shoes, are said to be soothing for sore feet[238]. The compressed dried leaves and stems are used in moxibustion[176, 178, 218, 222, 238]. Another report says that the down from the leaves is used[4]. Crataegus missouriensis. This tree grows about 20ft tall. The fruit is about the size of a large cherry with a sweet, soft and fairly juicy flesh. Edible Perennials provides detailed information, attractively presented, on 50 selected perennial plants, based on practical experience and observation, plus a wide range of reputable sources. All these plants yield edible produce: roots, tubers, seeds, oils, fruits, stems, flowers, or leaves, and many have other useful properties, which are also described. For each entry the descriptive text is augmented by summary information panels covering various attributes such as natural habitat, cultivation needs, nutritional value of edible parts, and potential uses within woodland garden designs.

All parts of the plant are antiphlogistic, astringent, demulcent, diuretic, emollient, expectorant, laxative, salve[4, 7, 9, 21, 46, 222, 238]. The leaves and flowers can be eaten as part of the diet, or a tea can be made from the leaves, flowers or roots[222]. The leaves and flowers are the main part used, their demulcent properties making them valuable as a poultice for bruise, inflammations, insect bites etc, or they can be taken internally in the treatment of respiratory system diseases and problems with the digestive tract[4, 238, 254]. When combined with eucalyptus it makes a god remedy for coughs and other chest ailments[254]. Mallow has similar properties, but is considered to be inferior to the marsh mallow (Althaea officinalis) and are seldom used internally[4]. The plant is an excellent laxative for young children[7]. The leaves can be used fresh whenever they are available or can be harvested in the spring and dried for later use[254]. The flowers are harvested in the summer and can be dried for later use[254]. The German Commission E Monographs, a therapeutic guide to herbal medicine, approve Malva sylvestris for cough, bronchitis, inflammation of the mouth and pharynx (see [302] for critics of commission E). The Edible Lawn: How to grow a more colourful lawn whilst reducing your workload and getting some food. Do you know Ken that pure Goji juice is rare? I am making a study right now on the differents brands available on the market and I have found out that most of the products are mixed with fruit juice. One company in the U.S mix their Wolfberry Juice with 7 differents fruits like: blueberry,cherry,apricot,peach,pear,etc. and they dare call it pure wolfberry juice. So always read the label before you buy. The young leaves of our native hawthorn can be eaten raw. They are not strongly flavoured, but make a pleasant addition to salads. The leaves of other species mention in this section can also be eaten in moderation. However, if you try any leaves that have a noticeable bitter almond flavour these should not be eaten since they are mildly toxic. I have been told that Himilayan Goji juice has worked on patients with kidney failure. I have friends that are sleeping better and some friends have lost their age spots while taken goji for less than 10 days.

I have always found, for instance, that raspberries have gone mushy after freezing them and I feel the same will happen with Lycium. To leave a comment please Register or login here All comments need to be approved so will not appear immediately. I need some review or information about flavonoid, phytochemical, steroid and alkaloid content from Artemisia vulgaris. Other ways of trying to reduce the germination time include scarifying the seed before sowing it. You do this by filing away some of the outer woody shell of the seed, being very careful not to damage the seed itself. On a small scale this can be done by individually filing away the coat of each seed with something like a nail file. On a commercial scale, sulphuric acid is used to eat the coat away -timing is very critical here and the seed must be thoroughly washed afterwards to remove the acid. Fermenting the seed for a few days in the fruit pulp may also speed up the germination process.

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Woodland Gardening: Designing a low-maintenance, sustainable edible woodland garden. 2013. ISBN 9781484069165 Increasing interest in food forests or woodland gardens reflects a growing awareness that permanent mixed plantings are inherently more sustainable than annual monocultures. They can safeguard and enrich soil ecosystems, enable plants to form mutually beneficial combinations, utilise layers both in the soil and above ground, and create benign microclimates which soften winds and recycle rain. Shrubs have an important role in food forests, occupying the highly productive layer between the canopy and the ground. Also, as perennial woody plants, shrubs help to draw down and store carbon from the atmosphere, a vital function to help combat damaging climate change. Another common name for this is Himalayan goji berry. Goji berry juice is promoted as a health drink. Seed - best sown outdoors or in a cold frame as soon as it is ripe[11, 80]. The seed germinates almost immediately and must be given protection from severe weather[130]. The seed has a very limited viability and must not be allowed to dry out. Stored seed should be soaked for 24 hours prior to sowing and even after this may still not be viable[80, 113]. It is best to sow the seed with its 'scar' downwards[130]. If sowing the seed in a cold frame, pot up the seedlings in early spring and plant them out into their permanent positions in the summer. Other Names Crataegus azarolus. The azarole grows about 20ft tall and is sometimes cultivated in the Mediterranean for its fruit. This is about an inch in diameter and is said to have a pleasant acid taste though this is one of the species that I have yet to try. In warm temperate areas the fruit develops more fruit sugars and has a fragrant sugary pulp with a slightly acid flavour. In cooler zones, however, the fruit does not develop so well and is best cooked or used in preserves.