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Rowan
A hardy tree with pinnate leaves and clusters of bright red berries in autumn. It’s beloved by birds and often planted for its folklore and ornamental value.
Basic Information
Species:
Rowan
Variety:
Scientific Name:
Sorbus aucuparia
Cramond Trees Location
Related Tree Tags:
40, 41, 42, 53
Location:
Walled garden, Cramond Primary – woodland garden
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More about the Tree
Uses and Benefits:
Berries make bitter but vitamin-rich jellies and traditional liquors. The wood is tough and elastic, historically used for tool handles and walking sticks.
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Fun facts:
Warding off witches? Rowan was planted by doors for protection.
Berries have more vitamin C than oranges!
Called "the traveler's tree" for preventing fatigue (myth or not?).
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