Post by Onyxaeon on Nov 30, 2008 1:08:15 GMT -5
Rowan is a tree that grows in the higher reaches, along hills, and the higher ground over the flat plains. It is otherwise known as European Mountain Ash. It has clusters of cream colored spring flowers, and dense clusters of red berries. The berries are rich in vitamin C, and can be made into jelly, ground into flower, and fermented into wine. The seeds contain hydrocyanic acid and should be removed before berries are used. Berries can be made into a sore throat gargle. The bark and leaves are used in a gargle for thrush.
