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● The American Beech
can grow to be 80 feet tall with a 70-foot-wide span, and is widely adaptable
to many growing conditions. The ideal planting would be in rich, well-drained
soils that receive frequent moisture, but these conditions are not a must, as
Beeches adapt and thrive in alkaline or acidic soils, clay soils, loamy soils,
and drought conditions. Partial-to-full sunlight provides the fastest growth
rate; growing in the shade will slow growth rate slightly. As a native tree,
this deciduous shade tree is most commonly found growing on down-slopes or near
water sources in USDA zones 4 through 9.
● The nuts that are
produced on the American Beech will also attract and feed wildlife on your
property. The beechnut is eaten by deer, turkey, and squirrels. This is a
perfect cost-effective wildlife food plot plant, as well as a low price
renewable food source. Furthermore, you will have to have access to fresh meat
if a collapse occurs by planting the wildlife-attracting Beech tree.
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Does This Plant Grow Where My Survival Gardens is Located?
How to Make Beech Tree Tea for Consumption from Beech Bark
Ingredients:
- Bark from twigs or fallen branches—not the trunk—of the American Beech tree (fresh or dried bark can be used),
- 1 cup of boiling water (8 ounces).
Steps for Brewing Medical Beech Tea for Consumption:
- Bring 8 ounces of water to boil,
- Add two tablespoons of diced Beech bark,
- Let simmer for 20 minutes,
- Strain the tea and serve to liking, either hot or cold (can also be stored refrigerated for up 1 week).
*Beech tea should be served at 2oz at every meal for an individual weighing 150lbs, and can be reduced in dosage for smaller persons or children.
*The Beech tea can also be made in high quantities simply by multiplying the amount of ingredients.
How to Make Beech Tree Tea as a Skin Wash from Beech Bark
Ingredients:
- 16 tablespoons of American Beech bark
- 4 cups of boiling water.
Steps for Brewing Medical Beech Tea for Skin Wash:
- Bring 4 cups of water to boil,
- Add 16 tablespoons of diced Beech bark,
- Let simmer for 30 minutes,
- Strain the tea and wash affected area using a clean cloth.
*If making a bath using American Beech tea, you will need to multiply the ingredients according to your needs.
How to Make Beech Tree Poultice from Beech Leaves
Ingredients:
- Fresh American Beech leaves (can be dried, but before use boil the dried leaves to soften),
- Clean water,
- Powdered slippery elm bark.
Steps for Making a Poultice from American Beech Leaves:
- Place leaves in a blender or stone grinder,
- Add enough clean water to turn leaves into a mush,
- Add a small amount of powdered slippery elm bark, until a thick substance is achieved,
- Apply directly to the skin for up to an hour,
- Repeat daily until the skin ailment is no longer present.
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