Torminalis glaberrima (Gand.) Sennikov & Kurtto
Torminalis glaberrima
Torminalis glaberrima, commonly known as the wild service tree or chequers tree, is a medium-sized deciduous tree growing up to 30 meters tall. It has smooth grey bark when young, which becomes scaly and flaking in older trees. The leaves are broadly 7-lobed, dark green on both sides with finely toothed margins. The flowers are white, produced in corymbs in late spring to early summer and are hermaphroditic. The fruit is a globose to ovoid pome, greenish to russet or brown when mature.
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Rosales
Rosaceae
Torminalis
The wood of Torminalis glaberrima is highly valued for its fine grain and density, used historically for screws, billiard cue sticks, musical instruments, and turnery. Today, it is used for decorative veneers. The fruit is edible but astringent until over-ripe and bletted, traditionally used as a herbal remedy for colic.
Late spring to early summer
Up to 30 meters tall
White
Torminalis glaberrima favors deep fertile soils but can tolerate a wide range of soil conditions, from chalky to temporarily waterlogged soils. It is often found in lowlands and is a light-demanding species, often out-competed by other hardwood species. It is relatively rare and in Britain is usually confined to pockets of ancient woodland, often associated with oak and ash woods.
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