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Sorbus torminalis |
July: Fruits become more noticeable, the tree continues growing.
Moderately toxic in large amounts when raw. In folk traditions, mountain rowan was considered a protective plant.. Its fruits were used in medicinal infusions..
Small tree with dark brown fruits.. Fruits ripen in autumn with a sweet-sour taste and slight bitterness..
Berries are harvested in autumn after the first frosts when they become softer and sweeter Best to pick ripe dark brown fruits
Raw fruits are bitter; better to use after cooking. Not recommended in large quantities due to possible laxative effect.
Fruits suitable for jams, preserves, and compotes. Can be dried and added to teas. Used in jams and tinctures after heat treatment.
Fruit: Dark brown, soft, sweet-bitter taste
Seed: Hard, inedible
Seed: Hard, inedible
Mountain Rowan Jam (Boiling)
Sweet jam with slight bitterness and unique taste
Sweet jam with slight bitterness and unique taste
1. Sort and wash fruits.
2. Pour hot water to remove bitterness, drain.
3. Add sugar and cook until thickened.
2. Pour hot water to remove bitterness, drain.
3. Add sugar and cook until thickened.
Mountain Rowan Compote (Boiling)
Refreshing drink with sweet and sour taste
Refreshing drink with sweet and sour taste
1. Wash fruits and add water.
2. Add sugar, bring to boil and cook for 15 minutes.
3. Cool and serve chilled.
2. Add sugar, bring to boil and cook for 15 minutes.
3. Cool and serve chilled.
Mountain Rowan Tincture (Infusion)
Strong drink with rich flavor
Strong drink with rich flavor
1. Pour fruits with vodka or spirit.
2. Infuse in dark place for 3-4 weeks.
3. Strain and bottle.
2. Infuse in dark place for 3-4 weeks.
3. Strain and bottle.
Dried Mountain Rowan (Drying)
Healthy product for tea and baking
Healthy product for tea and baking
1. Spread fruits on tray and dry at low temperature.
2. Store in airtight packaging.
2. Store in airtight packaging.