ID: 3R8-74L
ID: 3R8-74L
Manna Ash
Fraxinus ornus
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Italy
16:44 - 8°C
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Who am I?
Date of birth
04/09/2021
Name
Manna Ash
Tree
Manna Ash
Where am I located?
Country
Italy
Place of birth
Matera
Coordinates
40° 40′ 17.76″ N
16° 38′ 4.41″ E
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My Timeline
The important moments in your tree's life.
Seed
It all starts with a tiny seed, nice and warm in the soil.
Nursery
Your seedling is big enough to be welcomed into one of our nurseries, along with many others.
Planted
We’re here! Your tree has reached its new home: it’s been planted by a smallholder, who’ll take care of it for years to come.
Photo
Strike a pose! Now that it’s big enough, here’s a photo of your tree!
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Nursery
Planted
16° 38′ 4.41″ E
Photo
Curiosity about me
The important moments in your tree's life.
Let's start with introductions
The Manna Ash tree can grow up to 25 meters, although it most commonly grows between 8 and 10 meters. It has a rounded crown and the trunk is usually straight (although in many cases it grows in more winding forms), from which many ascending or erect branches spread out. The diameter rarely exceeds 35 cm in older specimens. It develops a deep root system, with sturdy and strong taproots and numerous lateral roots.
Meaning
Endurance
The scientific name, Fraxinus ornus, refers to its habit of growing at high altitudes, up to 1400 meters, and ability to endure even harsh climates. Ornus in fact, derives from the Greek òros, which means "mountain".
How much CO2 I’ll absorb
My estimated CO2 absorption capacity is based on the first 10 years of my life*
Current absorption
- 30 kg
2021
0 kg
2031
-100 kg
* The tree will continue to absorb CO2 even after the tenth year. Therefore this is a prudent estimate.
How I am useful to local communities
Medicine
Its leaves, roots, bark and/or fruits are used in traditional medicine.
Soil
It improves the quality of the soil thanks to the nitrogen fixation process or it reduces soil erosion, thanks to its extended root system.
My benefits
30%
Food Security
The trees will bear fruits, some that will be edible immediately and others that can become edible through processing, ensuring food resources over time.
40%
Economic development
The trees' fruits and the products derived from their transformation can be traded in local networks, offering income opportunities.
30%
CO₂ Absorption
During its life cycle, each tree will offset CO₂. The trees that you plant can offset your emissions.
30%
Environmental protection
The trees are planted in agroforestry systems that favor the virtuous interaction between the different species and their positive impact on the environment and on the land.