Caspian Locust
Gleditsia caspica
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Basic Information
Family: Fabaceae or Leguminosae
Genus: gleditsia
Plant ID (slug): gleditsia-caspica
Numeric ID: 25313
USDA Hardiness: 6-8
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Gleditsia caspica is a deciduous Tree growing to 12 m (39ft 4in) at a medium rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower from April to May, and the seeds ripen in October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. It can fix Nitrogen. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil and can tolerate drought. It can tolerate atmospheric pollution.
Distribution
W. Asia - N. Iran, Transcaucasia.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Canopy; Secondary;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Seed Edible Uses: The seed of several species can be eaten raw or cooked. This species often crops well in this country and so some research into its potential edibility would be desirable[K].
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Gleditsia caspica Caspian Locust