Ginkgo is a Chinese colloquial word meaning
"Silver Fruits". For generations, the Chinese
have been eating this nut for good health and
in culinary cooking. The nuts are poisonous when
eaten raw, however they can be neutralised by
just cooking.
The Ginkgo is known for its pharmacological
values. It is known to help the blood circulation,
asthma, weak kidneys and general health. In
Western Australia and other cooler parts of
Australia, Ginkgos are grown on commercial scale
for their medicinal properties.
In warmer parts of Australia, like Queensland,
the first three years of a Ginkgo plant requires
shade. The ginkgo plant also needs plenty of
water and rich soil.
I have about a dozen and a half of the small
dwarf grafted trees growing and fruiting in
my garden. Some of the plants have been fruiting
for the last four years as seen in the top photo.
I also have a couple of these grown as a bonsai
plant, as seen in the bottom photo.
Anyone wanting to share their experience in
growing this tree or to make a
purchase is welcome to contact
me.
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