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Gingko is originally from Asia, it grew in China 270 million years ago, and in Japan it was planted as a sacred tree around Buddhist temples. At the beginning of the 18th century, it was brought to Europe
Habitus: A deciduous tree and a unique species in the Ginkgoaceae family. The trees reach a height of up to 35 meters with a trunk diameter of over 2 meters. The branches grow upright, the crown is cone-shaped. Ginko is a dioecious plant. Female trees have a wider canopy, while male trees are more slender.
Flower: The male flowers are in hanging inflorescences, and the female flowers are on the stem and are produced in the axils of scaly valves. The fruits are round, the size of a plum and contain a seed.
Leaf: The leaves are green, while in autumn they turn yellow. They are fan-shaped, with forked ribs and divided into symmetrical halves. Both sides are bare, 5-8 cm wide, the stem is about 7 cm long. The leaves are arranged spirally on the branches.
Ginkgo is generally not too picky, it tolerates compacted, alkaline and acidic soils well. The optimal soil for cultivation is well-drained sandy soil or loamy soil. It thrives best in areas with a moderate climate, and can withstand low temperatures, even down to -25°C. The best time to plant ginkgo is spring or autumn.
Ginkgo leaf is used in phytotherapy – it improves circulation, which affects better blood flow to the brain, which affects memory. It is also used as a therapy for varicose veins and poor circulation in the limbs. The core of the stone can also be consumed, it is famous as a specialty in the countries of the Far East.
It can be propagated from seeds, cuttings, marcotting technique and grafting from veins and stumps.
Ginkgo biloba Pendula
Ginkgo biloba Autumn Gold
Ginkgo biloba Saratoga
Ginkgo biloba Princeton Sentry
Ginkgo biloba Fastigiata
Ginkgo biloba Variegata.
Diseases: root knot nematodes, root rot
Pests: cicadas, caterpillars
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