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Common Ash (Fraxinus excelsior) — a tall, long-lived tree with an elegant crown and characteristic pinnate leaves, growing in Europe and Western Asia. Its wood is valued for its strength, and its flowering attracts bees due to the pollen and nectar.
Common Ash (Fraxinus excelsior) — a majestic and long-lived tree, often reaching heights of 30-40 meters. The Ash tree is known for its elegant crown and characteristic pinnate leaves, giving it a light and airy appearance. The natural range of the Common Ash covers Europe and Western Asia. It grows in various climatic conditions, preferring moist and fertile soils. Ash is often found in mixed forests, harmoniously combining with oak, maple, and other deciduous species. Ash plays a significant ecological role, purifying the air and strengthening soils. It is actively used as a companion species to create mixed forest plantations and for decorative purposes — landscaping parks, alleys, and urban spaces. However, in monoculture plantations, Ash is more vulnerable to diseases, requiring additional protective measures.
In the Balkan Peninsula and Eastern Europe, the Common Ash usually blooms in April, with flowering lasting around two weeks. Its flowers are inconspicuous, producing a small amount of nectar and more pollen, attracting bees and other pollinators during this period.
Ash wood is highly valued for its strength, flexibility, and beautiful grain, making it popular in the furniture and construction industries, as well as for sports equipment production. Ash leaves are used in traditional medicine to reduce inflammation, and young shoots are used in tinctures.
