Search results
Hovenia dulcis, the Japanese raisin tree or oriental raisin tree, is a hardy tree found in Asia, from Eastern China ( 萬壽果; pinyin: wànshòuguǒ) and Korea (헛개나무, heotgae namu) to the Himalayas (up to altitudes of 2,000 m), growing preferably in a sunny position on moist sandy or loamy soils.
Although able to reach heights of up to 50', this tree typically grows to approximately 30' in height in cultivation. This large tree has long ascending main branches and few lateral branches. This tree casts light shade and has gray to gray-brown bark. It has fragrant flowers in the summer.
Nov 8, 2022 · Hovenia dulcis, commonly known as the Japanese raisin tree or oriental raisin tree, is a hardy tree belonging to Rhamnaceae Juss. (Buckthorn family) that has long been valued by practitioners of Eastern medicine.
The Japanese Raisin Tree, scientifically known as Hovenia dulcis, is tree native to eastern Asia — particularly Japan, China, and South Korea. It is commonly referred to as the "Japanese Raisin Tree" or "Oriental Raisin Tree" due to its fruit that has a raisin-like appearance.
Nov 17, 2022 · Hovenia dulcis (Japanese Raisin Tree) is a source of dihydromyricetin (Ampelopsin) and has traditionally been used as an anti-alcohol herb and hangover cure. At least one human study has noted that, when taken before drinking, it can reduce circulating levels of alcohol.
Jul 19, 2019 · The Japanese raisin tree (Hovenia dulcis) in the Walled Garden is humming with a wide array of insects! You can discover more about this deciduous Asian tree...
Japanese Raisin Tree is deciduous and grows to a height of 6-9 m with a spread of 4 m. It produces copious quantities of sweet, raisin-like, edible fruit.
