Sunday, 22 December 2013

Things You Do Not Know About Royal Paulownia

By Harriett Crosby


The scientific term for royal paulownia is Paulonia tomentosa. It has already garnered interesting interview online. There are countries who are claiming that they can produce amazing growth to these trees for their incredible price. Furthermore, with all its uses comes its beautiful look. Its shade is amazingly wide and also contains a good component with its soil.

Moreover, they have a wonderful feature of resisting insects and feeding livestock with their fruits. The question still remains if this is indeed magnificent and supernatural. Researching on its uses can make you think twice if you want to plant this in your own backyard.

It is also popularized by the name empress tree. Just by the name, you can tell that it is very special. It carries different regal names. Various myths and legends have started from the culture relating to this tree. There is still a secret legend how it survived up to this age.

It was first seen in China and they created the first tradition involving this plant. Its history started when the families planted it when there was a daughter born. Eventually when she grows up and marries, it will be cut off and harvested for its wood. This will later be used as a musical instrument or other furniture. The couple will then live happily together.

The truth is, the wood is highly valued in the oriental areas. This is paid a high price once obtained because it can be used into many products. There is an ongoing word of mouth that sprung from a Russian legend saying that it was named after the daughter of a Russian Czar. Other foreign cultures have already embraced the plant and its popularity.

The states have embraced the practice of planting it in various places around the coast. They were speculated to have reached different countries by the use of the seed pods that were carried across cargoes from China. The seeds were eventually scattered by the winds and cultivated a forest.

A Japanese buyer for timber discovered the profit of this tree. Since then, the price has never become cheaper. It triggered the increase for demand in export for this market. The log is always harvested for the huge price it carries. Sad to say, there are some places who just ignore this great value. They are not yet aware of the charge given to the wood.

There are endless reasons to plant this for yourself. It can be made into different products. Allow it to grow and help improve the environment. Once it has reached its full potential, you can have it harvested for its trunk and you can earn a lot from it in a few years.

Its wonderful qualities include being resistant to fire and repelling water. Luckily, this tree possesses all these great qualities that a piece of wood has to offer. Royal Paulownia are used as pulp or paper and other useful materials for construction. Invest now and watch your plant and money grow.




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