Sorbus austriaca

Sorbus austriaca Hedl.

Hedlundia austriaca

Hedlundia austriaca, also known as Austrian whitebeam, is a species of whitebeam. It produces pome fruits that are inedible to humans but serve as a food source for birds. This plant is also cultivated for its ornamental value.

Details

Order:

Rosales

Family:

Rosaceae

Genus:

Sorbus

Chemistry:

Uses:

Ornamental plant, attracts birds.

Flowering time:

Late spring to early summer

Sowing time:

Plant height:

5-10 meters

Flower color:

White

Suitable habitat:

Temperate forests, mountainsides

Info

Pannon Flora Ltd. was founded on December 13, 1999, by Gábor Janik, who retains 95% ownership. Janik holds an MSc in Horticulture from the University of Horticultural Sciences (1986) and an Advanced Professional English Certification from the College of International Trade (1990). The company specializes in bird feed production and export, primarily serving markets in Italy, Germany, the Netherlands, and the UK, alongside cultivating and distributing imported/exported horticultural seeds. It maintains exclusive partnerships with JOEUN Seed (South Korea) and Takii Europe (Japan), a leader in professional seed breeding and production. Pannon Flora collaborates with certification bodies such as NÉBIH (National Food Chain Safety Office), MERT Kontroll, and SGS Hungary to ensure compliance and quality. The company works with approximately 400 Hungarian growers, ranging from small-scale producers (under 5 hectares) to mid-sized farms and large-scale agricultural enterprises. This profile emphasizes agribusiness expertise, technical partnerships, and operational scalability tailored to international client needs.

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