The red crest is a Rhus coriaria or tanner's sumach. The nickname of the tanners is given to the plant because they used it to process skins. A substance that is found in large quantities in tanner's sumach is tannic acid. Tannic acid breaks down the proteins. The protruding stems are the fruits of the plant and are mature when it is purple. The real sumach has an unsalted taste. It is claimed to be anti-aging. You can make spices as follows: Gather the clusters when they are greasy and sticky. Dry them for three weeks and grind them into a light pourer mill that will not crush the seeds. Then pass through the strainer.
This trip in the Jerusalem mountains focuses on the Sataf Reserve, where the traditional vine varieties of Eretz Israel and figs ripen in late August at the height of summer. And the second place is Ein Mesila - the slopes of the Jerusalem mountains where Rhamnus lycioides grow this season. Again, excellent plants make up a delicious meal at the end and several road stories.