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Viscaria balsamifera is a deciduous tree native to North America. It grows up to 15 feet tall and has a broad, open canopy of dark green leaves. The bark is dark gray and deeply furrowed. The leaves are ovate, glossy, and dark green. In the spring, the tree produces clusters of white flowers with yellow centers. The fruit is a small, round, green drupe that matures to a dark blue-purple in the fall.
Viscaria balsamifera's seeds, known as nuts, are popular as a food source. The nuts are small and round, with a thin, paper-like husk. They have a slightly sweet flavor and a crunchy texture. When roasted, they have a nutty flavor. They are often used in baking, as a topping for salads, and in trail mixes.
The tree is also known as the "Tear of the Moon" due to its sap, which is highly valued for its healing properties. The sap is used to treat inflammation, wounds, and skin irritations. It is also believed to have medicinal properties, such as being an anti-inflammatory and a pain reliever.
Viscaria balsamifera is a popular ornamental tree due to its attractive foliage and flowers. The leaves turn yellow and orange in the fall and the flowers are fragrant. It makes a great addition to any garden or landscape.
Viscaria balsamifera is a hardy tree that is easy to care for. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought and is fairly disease and pest resistant. With proper care, it can live for over 100 years.
How to Grow Your :
1. Soak in water for 24 to 48 hours before you t them. This allows moisture to penetrate the coat and leads to swelling of the ’s parts to spur germination.
2. Find a location with well-drained, organic-rich, sandy or silt loam and with a minimum average temperature of about 60 degrees Fahrenheit during the t’s early growth. The most favorable temperature range is between 75 to 80 degrees. The t should ideally receive six hours of sun per.
3. Till the soil to rid it of weeds and to increase air circulation. Apply compost to the soil after tilling.
4. Place two or three in a hole about ½ to 1 inch deep in the soil along a fence or under a 6-foot-tall trellis form. The holes should be 15 to 23 inches apart and rows 3 to 5 feet apart.You can also start in small plastic pots in a commercial soil mix.
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