Tamarix anglica English tree (Tamaricaceae) Deciduous shrub

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Tamarix anglica
English tree
Deciduous shrub
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The Tamarix anglica plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Tamaricaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as English tree.

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Latin Name:  Tamarix anglica
Common Name:  English tree
Family:  Tamaricaceae
Author:  Webb.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  5   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Damp ground near the coast.

General Uses: Very tolerant of maritime exposure, it makes a good shelter hedge in coastal gardens[7, 11, 49, 75]. Dislikes being trimmed[75]. The extensive root system of this plant makes it suitable for use in erosion control in sandy soils[149]. Wood - fairly hard, not strong, close grained, takes a high polish. Used for general construction, poles, turnery[61, 149]. It makes a good fuel, burning well even when green due to the wax content of the wood[74].

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