What’s that bullshit? Where is the macula located? And what will we do with the greenhouses? And how to solve the issue of the lion’s mane, which is also in us?
So, if you are interested in maklur, greenhouses and lion’s mane – read on!
O maklura, maklura
In Desimirovac near Kragujevac, there is a maklura, a tree that produces unusual fruits in autumn. The fruits have relief patterns similar to cerebral convolutions, which is why they are called “Adam’s apple”, “horse apple” or “brain tree”. This plant, originally from North America, is used for wind protection belts and can be found in different parts of Serbia.
Maklura grows quickly, reaches a height of 20 meters and a diameter of 50 centimeters, and is very resistant to drought, frost, diseases and pests. Its roots, which can reach a depth of eight meters, are used to prevent soil erosion. The fruits are not edible, but their juice mixed with water is used to treat fungal diseases in plants. Maklura wood is extremely hard and is used for burning and processing.
Greenhouses and lion’s mane, jelte
On the territory of Belgrade, greenhouses are being cleaned and prepared for the new season. Farmers remove plant mass after harvesting tomatoes, use disinfectants, lime and manure to improve soil quality and PH value. Some leave the soil to rest for seven to ten days after cultivation, while others immediately start sowing. In the greenhouses, beds are now being prepared for the winter, where lettuce, spinach or seedlings will be grown. In addition to regular work in the greenhouses, the packaging of leeks for sale has also begun.
Lion’s mane was found on Tara during mushroom picking, which is rarely seen in Serbia. Mitar Rojević from Kragujevac found two specimens of this fungus on beech trees. These mushrooms, which weigh 300 and 400 grams, are specific in their appearance and taste. They don’t have the typical handle and hat, but resemble a ball with fringes, while their taste is reminiscent of seafood. They can be cut into steaks, fried or dried. Lion’s mane, also known as hedgehog mushroom, is popular in America, China and Japan, and is rarer in Europe. Due to its medicinal properties, it is grown all over the world. It is thought to help regenerate the nervous system and is known as a natural food for neurons, making it important in Eastern medicine and cuisine.
Along with the description of maklura, greenhouse preparation and lion’s mane mushroom, these examples illustrate the diversity of natural resources and agricultural activities in Serbia.
Source: boljazemlja.com
