What is the tree?

1. What kind of tree is it?

The Takuya tree is a small tree or deciduous shrub. It grows very fast, and its branches and leaves grow very densely, so it is easy to reproduce. Its stem bark can be used to make paper, its leaves can be used to raise young silkworms, and its fruits can not only be eaten directly, but also used to make wine. In addition, it can be made into furniture, and some people use it as a hedge.

2. Distribution Area

It is produced in East China, North China, Southwest China, Central and South China and other regions of my country. It grows at an altitude of 500-1500 meters, mostly in mountains and forests. It is not only widely cultivated in our country, but also in Japan and North Korea.

3. Morphological characteristics

It can grow to about 1-7m, with gray-brown bark and smooth, hairless twigs. The leaves of the Takuya tree are oval or diamond-shaped, with a length of about 5-14 cm and a slightly pointed tip. The leaf color is dark green, but the color of the back is greenish white, and it has petioles 1-2 cm in length. It usually blooms in May and June, and the fruiting period is around June and July.