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Alnus jorullensis, commonly known as Mexican alder or Jorullo alder, is a deciduous tree native to Mexico and Central America. This medium to large-sized tree is prized for its rapid growth, attractive foliage, and ecological benefits. Its adaptability to various soil types and its ability to fix nitrogen make it a valuable addition to landscapes, providing shade, wildlife habitat, and aesthetic appeal.
Common Name: Mexican Alder, Jorullo Alder
Mature Height (meters): 15-20 meters
Mature Width (meters): 10-15 meters
Spacing: Allow sufficient space for optimal growth.
Foliage: Dark green, serrated leaves that turn yellow in autumn before dropping.
Flowering period: Inconspicuous flowers in late winter to early spring.
Form/ Habit: Upright, pyramidal when young, becoming rounded with age.
Uses: Valuable for shade, windbreaks, and as a specimen tree. Its nitrogen-fixing abilities benefit surrounding plants.
Evergreen/ Deciduous: Deciduous
Tolerates: Adaptable to a variety of soil types, including wet or waterlogged soil.
Growth Rate: Fast
Drought Hardy: Moderately drought-tolerant once established.
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Maintenance: Low
Water requirement: Regular watering during the establishment phase; becomes more drought-tolerant with age.
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Description
Alnus jorullensis, commonly known as Mexican alder or Jorullo alder, is a deciduous tree native to Mexico and Central America. This medium to large-sized tree is prized for its rapid growth, attractive foliage, and ecological benefits. Its adaptability to various soil types and its ability to fix nitrogen make it a valuable addition to landscapes, providing shade, wildlife habitat, and aesthetic appeal.
Common Name: Mexican Alder, Jorullo Alder
Mature Height (meters): 15-20 meters
Mature Width (meters): 10-15 meters
Spacing: Allow sufficient space for optimal growth.
Foliage: Dark green, serrated leaves that turn yellow in autumn before dropping.
Flowering period: Inconspicuous flowers in late winter to early spring.
Form/ Habit: Upright, pyramidal when young, becoming rounded with age.
Uses: Valuable for shade, windbreaks, and as a specimen tree. Its nitrogen-fixing abilities benefit surrounding plants.
Evergreen/ Deciduous: Deciduous
Tolerates: Adaptable to a variety of soil types, including wet or waterlogged soil.
Growth Rate: Fast
Drought Hardy: Moderately drought-tolerant once established.
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Maintenance: Low
Water requirement: Regular watering during the establishment phase; becomes more drought-tolerant with age.
Planting your Alnus jorullensis
Caring For Your Alnus jorullensis
Frequently Asked Questions about Alnus jorullensis
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