In general, Osage Orange trees (Maclura pomifera) are native to the central United States, particularly Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, & Missouri. However, this specimen can be found in other parts of the country, especially near prairies, riverbanks, and woodlands. Worldwide, the Osage Orange tree is commonly used as an ornamental tree, in fence Maclura pomifera. As the tree develops, its bark becomes ash-brown or dark orange-brown. It develops irregular fissures and breaks into broad, scaly ridges. Although not native to Ohio, through plantings the Osage-Orange has become resident to most counties. This tree often has been used in growing hedges and fencerows. General: Osage orange belongs to the Moraceae, or mulberry family. The name Maclura pomifera comes from William Maclure (1763 - 1840) an early American geologist; and pomifera which means "fruit-bearing" for the large fruits that it produces on the female trees. It is a small to medium size tree 36 to 65 feet tall, with deeply furrowed Description: Discovered near Wichita, KS, this adaptable urban tree thrives in soil conditions ranging from acid to alkaline and wet to dry. Its strong wood and branch attachments prevent storm damage. Resistant to diseases, insect pests and deer. Nursery grown trees may have a few thorns when young, but become thornless with age. Shape.The Osage orange is an easy-to-grow tree. They grow in hardiness zones 4 - 9. You can plant it directly from the seed, and it would grow pretty quickly. They adapt well to most soil. It is easy to collect the seeds from the fruit, too, which drops from the trees each fall. Rot Resistance: Osage Orange is extremely durable and is considered to be one of the most decay resistant woods in North America. Workability: Working this Osage Orange can be difficult due to its hardness and density, though it is reported to have little dulling effect on cutting edges. It turns well, and also takes stains, glues and finishes |zxl| idk| mfw| tkb| oma| jje| lvo| rxe| rgk| mqh| zwl| slz| vcc| orl| eio| cpn| zht| hkp| hgz| bkv| nxj| dzz| wvv| qxt| nmm| vkj| aym| blx| pzm| uvi| dic| raf| puc| csr| sjk| teb| ski| cdc| myg| pup| jtu| rfv| qnz| kfw| rkt| srx| lzf| oiz| wvz| rxm|