Whether you are looking to feed your cattle with hedge apples or horse apples, you need to understand the potential toxicity. You must also know which types of apples are safe for humans and which ones can be toxic.
Carob locust
Originally native to the Mediterranean region, carob trees are cultivated for their edible pods. Their leaves are 10-20 centimetres long and alternate. They are also grown for ornamental purposes.
Unlike chocolate, which is made from dried, roasted pods, carob is eaten fresh, and is a good source of fiber. Carob is also rich in protein and vitamins A and B. Its taste is sweet and astringent, and is comparable to chocolate. Carob is also used to make a powder that can be used for health purposes.
The carob tree is also grown in the U.S. and Spain. It can grow up to 15 metres tall and is frost-tolerant to -7 degC. Its trunk is rough and brown. It is often planted in ornamental horticulture, especially as a screening hedge.
Aside from edible pods, carob is also used for making molasses. This substance is used as an emulsifier in smoothies and ice cream. It is also used to replace fat in low-calorie products.
The carob tree has a thick trunk and a semi-spherical canopy. Its branches are sturdy and sturdy. It produces an abundance of fruit, producing over a thousand pounds each year. The fruit is a grapefruit-sized green fruit.
Carob trees are often planted in combination with Neem and Jujube trees. Carob is commonly planted in Mediterranean countries, such as Morocco and Portugal.
Osage orange
Historically, hedge apples have been used to fence livestock. A hedge apple is a hard ball of latex that contains white glue. When ingested by cattle, the hedge apple acts as a barrier that prevents food from going down the rumen.
In the past, they were also used as a cockroach repellent. While cockroaches may not like the taste of hedge apples, they will be repelled by the oil that is in the fruit.
While the hedge apple is not poisonous to humans, cattle can choke on it. A veterinarian recently suggested using a small garden hose to push the hedge apple down the rumen.
Hedge apple trees are also used for fence posts. They are also a source of vitamin C.
The Osage tree is a perennial plant that is adapted to grow in a wide variety of soil conditions. It grows in both arid and wet areas. The tree is fast-growing and tolerant to heat and drought.
In the past, Osage trees were used in the Great Plains Shelterbelt. This was a large habitat area that provided shelter and food for a variety of animals. It also helped keep soil erosion at bay. Osage trees are now rare in the United States.
While hedge apples are not toxic, they do contain phenolic, which is a precursor to aspirin. The oil may repel spiders and mice. However, the oil is not strong enough to kill cockroaches.
Are horse apples poisonous to humans or cattle?
Traditionally, the horse apple has been used as a repellent for fleas and cockroaches. However, research has shown that this fruit is safe for both humans and animals.
The fruit of the Osage orange tree (Maclura pomifera) is referred to as the horse apple. This tree is native to the Midwestern United States.
The fruit of the Osage fruit tree has a pleasant orange-peel smell. The fruit is round, hard, and pale green. The taste is unpleasant.
The horse apple is not palatable to humans. However, the fruit is eaten by a number of animals including horses, pigs, and deer. The wood of the tree is used for tool handles and fence posts. It also burns longer than oak.
The wood is highly decay-resistant. It has a tendency to burn hotter than maple. It is also difficult to staple fencing because of the hardness.
Horse apple trees grow up to 45-60 feet high and have a long trunk. They are deciduous and take about ten years to grow. They can be planted in an area where other trees cannot grow. Typically, they will require regular pruning to prevent fruit from developing.
Horse apple trees are resistant to most pests. However, they are also susceptible to diseases. The tree is a great habitat for small birds and wildlife.
