Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
excelsior
ID:
833118

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 1057 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000832453



Common Names

  • Fraxinus excelsior
  • European Ash
  • Common Ash


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Description

Fraxinus excelsior (also called European Ash, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree that typically grows up to 25m tall. It is native to Europe and western Asia and is found in moist woodlands and along riverbanks. Its leaves are long and narrow, with a pointed tip and serrated edges.

Uses & Benefits

Fraxinus excelsior, commonly known as European Ash, is a popular ornamental tree used in landscaping. It is also used for making furniture, musical instruments, and tool handles. The wood is also used for firewood and charcoal.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Fraxinus excelsior sub. coriariifolia (Scheele) A.E.Murray
Fraxinus excelsior sub. excelsior
Fraxinus excelsior sub. siciliensis Ilardi & Raimondo

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Fraxinus excelsior is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, with a light brown color. The seedlings are small and thin, with a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fraxinus excelsior is a deciduous tree that grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soils. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and pH levels, but prefers a slightly acidic soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in the fall or spring. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Fraxinus excelsior

Fraxinus excelsior can be found in the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida and north to Virginia and Delaware.

Fraxinus excelsior FAQ

What is the scientific name of Fraxinus excelsior?

Fraxinus excelsior

What is the common name of Fraxinus excelsior?

Common Ash

What type of plant is Fraxinus excelsior?

Tree

Species in the Fraxinus genus

Fraxinus albicans, Fraxinus americana, Fraxinus angustifolia, Fraxinus anomala, Fraxinus apertisquamifera, Fraxinus baroniana, Fraxinus berlandieriana, Fraxinus bornmuelleri, Fraxinus borzae, Fraxinus bungeana, Fraxinus caroliniana, Fraxinus cataubiensis, Fraxinus chiisanensis, Fraxinus chinensis, Fraxinus cuspidata, Fraxinus depauperata, Fraxinus dimorpha, Fraxinus dipetala, Fraxinus excelsior, Fraxinus ferruginea, Fraxinus floribunda, Fraxinus gooddingii, Fraxinus greggii, Fraxinus griffithii, Fraxinus hookeri, Fraxinus hubeiensis, Fraxinus hybrida, Fraxinus insularis, Fraxinus lanuginosa, Fraxinus latifolia, Fraxinus longicuspis, Fraxinus malacophylla, Fraxinus mandshurica, Fraxinus micrantha, Fraxinus nigra, Fraxinus odontocalyx, Fraxinus ornus, Fraxinus pallisiae, Fraxinus papillosa, Fraxinus paxiana, Fraxinus pennsylvanica, Fraxinus platypoda, Fraxinus potosina, Fraxinus pringlei, Fraxinus profunda, Fraxinus punctata, Fraxinus purpusii, Fraxinus quadrangulata, Fraxinus raibocarpa, Fraxinus reflexiflora,

Species in the Oleaceae family

Abeliophyllum distichum, Cartrema floridana, Cartrema scortechinii, Cartrema sumatrana, Cartrema americana, Chionanthus greenii, Chionanthus colonchensis, Chionanthus macrothyrsus, Chionanthus acunae, Chionanthus adamsii, Chionanthus albidiflorus, Chionanthus amblirrhinus, Chionanthus avilensis, Chionanthus axillaris, Chionanthus axilliflorus, Chionanthus bakeri, Chionanthus balgooyanus, Chionanthus beccarii, Chionanthus brachystachys, Chionanthus brassii, Chionanthus bumelioides, Chionanthus callophylloides, Chionanthus callophyllus, Chionanthus caudifolius, Chionanthus caymanensis, Chionanthus celebicus, Chionanthus clementis, Chionanthus compactus, Chionanthus cordulatus, Chionanthus coriaceus, Chionanthus crassifolius, Chionanthus crispus, Chionanthus curvicarpus, Chionanthus cuspidatus, Chionanthus decipiens, Chionanthus densiflorus, Chionanthus dictyophyllus, Chionanthus diversifolius, Chionanthus domingensis, Chionanthus dussii, Chionanthus ellipticus, Chionanthus enervis, Chionanthus eriorachis, Chionanthus evenius, Chionanthus ferrugineus, Chionanthus filiformis, Chionanthus fluminensis, Chionanthus gigas, Chionanthus globosus, Chionanthus glomeratus,

References

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:609009-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].