Sorbus Aucuparia Adapogen

Sorbus Aucuparia, which is also called European Mountain Ash, European Mountain Rowan or Rowan, is a tree that is native to northern Europe and Asia. The tree can grow up to 40 feet high, and it typically features a short trunk with many branches. Sorbus aucuparia flowers begin to bloom in May, and they grow as white, flat-topped clusters. Sorbus aucuparia also features small, red-orange fruit that ripens from August through September and is commonly eaten by birds like redwings, fieldfares, blackbirds and waxwings.

Because Sorbus aucuparia has such colorful fruit, it is often used as an ornamental tree. The colorful fruit, called rowan berries, is also used often in foods like jams and jellies and has a bitter taste.

Because Sorbus aucuparia is an adaptogen, it is believed that this tree has many helpful affects on the human body. Before you add this herb, or any other new supplement, to your health regimen it is important to speak with your health care provider in order to identify any serious health concerns, possible allergies, and reactions to other medications.