The Ash Tree

DESCRIPTION:

There are about 70 species of ash recognized throughout the world, but only three are present in Italian flora: Fraxinus excelsior L. – Fraxinus ornus L. – Fraxinus angustifolia Vahl, all of which can potentially produce manna. The most common variety in the Castelbuono and Pollina areas is the “verdello”, for its excellent productivity, forwardness and product quality properties