Riesen-Thuja

28-stemmed tree of life near the Körbl-Villa, presumably a remnant of the former Bad Hall cemetery at this location, which was relocated around 1850.Home: North AmericaThe wood, cones, and twig tips contain pleasantly scented essential oils from mono-terpenes, with thujone making up the largest part. Consumption is poisonous.Tree height up to 40 metersUse: The wood is very durable and valuable; in North America used for totem poles, house building, and canoes.Special feature: only galvanized or copper nails should be used during processing, because iron nails rust due to the acid.Popular tree in cemeteries and as a hedge plant.Naturopathy and homeopathy: treatment of warts, moth protection

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• 03.10.2025 – 03.10.2050daily00:00–23:59