Sorbus aucuparia aka Rowan

Sorbus aucuparia, also known as rowan or mountain-ash, is a deciduous tree or shrub in the rose family. It is a highly variable species, with different definitions used by botanists to include or exclude trees native to certain areas. However, a recent definition includes trees native to most of Europe, parts of Asia, and northern Africa. The tree has a slender trunk with smooth bark and a loose, roundish crown. Its leaves are pinnate in pairs of leaflets on a central vein with a terminal leaflet. From May to June, it blossoms in dense corymbs of small yellowish-white flowers and develops small red pomes as fruit that ripen from August to October and are eaten by many bird species. Rowan is a beautiful tree that is undemanding and frost hardy, colonizing disrupted and inaccessible places as a short-lived pioneer species. Its fruit and foliage have been used in the creation of dishes and beverages, as a folk medicine, and as fodder for livestock. Its tough and flexible wood has traditionally been used for woodworking. The tree can also be planted to fortify soil in mountain regions or as an ornamental tree, and there are several cultivars. European Mountain Ash, a rare houseplant, is a member of the Sorbus genus and is native to Western Asia and Europe. It is not challenging to grow and needs regular watering to thrive, as well as well-draining soil. The plant does best in long-lasting, direct light and should be less than 1 foot from a window. Fertilizers should not be necessary if the plant is repotted each time it doubles in size. Rowan is a coveted tree among gardeners, as it is not only beautiful but also bears tasty and frost-resistant berries that can be used for various culinary and medicinal purposes. Whether in its wild or domesticated form, Sorbus aucuparia is a valuable plant with numerous benefits.