--- title: Gemerek Gilaburusu slug: gemerek-gilaburusu-72e77 url: /detay/gemerek-gilaburusu-72e77 type: article language: English entity: primary: Gemerek Gilaburusu type: article disambiguation: Gemerek Gilaburusu: Unique red berries from Sivas, Turkey. Protected designation of origin. categories: - name: Ecology, Botany And Zoology slug: ekoloji-botanik-ve-zooloji url: /kategori/ekoloji-botanik-ve-zooloji - name: Gastronomy slug: gastronomi url: /kategori/gastronomi - name: General Knowledge slug: genel-kultur url: /kategori/genel-kultur tags: - Viburnum opulus - Gemerek Gilaburusu - Cultivation - Geographical Indication - Nutritional value author: Melahat Pamuk created_at: 2025-07-06T16:21:06.688822+03:00 updated_at: 2025-07-07T10:40:33.782851+03:00 image: https://cdn.t3pedia.org/media/uploads/2025/07/06/b3IHCibcTZGXTmhQ90Bbugfe3dC03Nbp.jpg --- # Gemerek Gilaburusu ## KURE Information Cards ### KURE Information Card: Gemerek Gilaburusu ![2021_Ekim_vtamin.jpg](https://cdn.t3pedia.org/media/uploads/2025/07/06/LChLYV56LP5ZttZtkcw0kg6aeFf1JYfI.jpg) *Gemerek Gilaburusu* | Field | Value | |-------|-------| | Scientific Name(s) | Viburnum opulus | | Registration Date(Text) | November 23. 2017 | | Registration Number(Text) | 241 | | Growth Conditions | Winter Chilling Requirement (<0°C) and High Diurnal Temperature Variation,Alkaline Soil (pH: 7.87),1200 m Altitude – Microclimate | | Key Nutritional Values | Omega-3- 6-9 Fatty Acids,Antioxidants,Vitamin C | | Type of Geographical Indication | Designation of Origin | | Region of Origin | Sivas / Gemerek | ## Article Content [Gemerek Gilaburusu](/en/detay/gemerek-gilaburusu-87167/llms.txt) (*Viburnum opulus*) is a dwarf, shrub-like tree species that produces red, chickpea-sized fruits. It is commonly grown in Türkiye’s Central Anatolia Region, particularly in the [Gemerek district](/en/detay/gemerek-district-e63ba/llms.txt) of Sivas province. The plant naturally thrives in areas rich in water sources, especially along riverbanks, and can be cultivated in gardens, although wild forms are also found in the region. ![Image](https://cdn.kureansiklopedi.com/media/uploads/2025/07/04/Obe8IDEuGIJgFtmVh6lgGPiDHakycGuL.jpg) *Gilaburu (Sivas Governorship)* ### **Physical Characteristics** - Can grow up to 4 meters in height. - Fruits form in clusters of 30–40 spherical berries per bunch. - The berries are fleshy, juicy, thin-skinned, and large in size. - Weight of 100 berries: 69.90–83.21 g; Weight of 100 seeds: 3.2–4.3 g. - Juice yield: 43%. ### **Growth Conditions** - Possessing deep shoots, the plant can live up to 300 years. - Begins fruiting three years after planting. - Yield per tree: 8.4–10 kg. ### **Geographical Indication and Designation of Origin** [Gemerek](/en/detay/gemerek-ilce-0ebe6/llms.txt) Gilaburusu was registered as a “Designation of Origin” by the District Governorate of Gemerek on November 23, 2017 (Registration No: 241). The geographical boundary is limited solely to the Gemerek district of Sivas province. Its distinctive qualities are closely tied to the region’s specific soil structure and climatic conditions. #### **Soil Characteristics** - Slightly alkaline soil (pH: 7.87), rich in organic matter and nitrogen. - Soil texture: clay-loam and sandy-loam. #### **Climate** - Microclimate environment at 1200 meters above sea level, surrounded by mountains. - Winter chilling requirement (temperatures below 0°C in December–February). - During fruit ripening (August–September), high daytime temperatures (up to 30°C) and significant diurnal temperature variation enhance aromatic compound synthesis. - Valleys formed by Kızılırmak tributaries moderate the continental climate. ### **Chemical Composition and Nutritional Value** **Active Compounds**: Resin, viburnum, valerianic acid, organic acids, tannins, salicosides, and saponins. **Fatty Acids**: Linoleic acid (omega-6), oleic acid (omega-9), linolenic acid (omega-3). **Vitamins and Antioxidants**: High in vitamin C and antioxidant compounds. ![Image](https://cdn.kureansiklopedi.com/media/uploads/2025/07/04/vN6BoIc8gocofdWPYpxgcvoCCvIDYtZH.jpg) *Gilaburu Filtering Process (Sivas Governorship)* ### **Production and Processing Method** #### **Cultivation** - Clone rootstocks are used for higher yield and disease resistance. - Planting spacing: 3 meters (in-row) × 4 meters (between rows). - Soil preparation involves 50–60 cm deep tillage and 3–4 tons/da of decomposed farmyard manure. - Chemical fertilization: 15–18 kg/da Nitrogen (N) and 10 kg/da Phosphorus (P₂O₅). #### **Maintenance** - **Irrigation**: Furrow irrigation from July to September. - **Pruning**: Performed in March–April. - **Spraying**: Bordeaux mixture is applied when shoots reach 30–35 cm in length. #### **Harvesting and Post-Harvest** - **Harvest Period**: From October to December, when the fruit peel turns dark red. - Fruits are hand-picked in clusters. - Initially bitter, the fruits lose their bitterness after being soaked in brine (5–15°C) for one month. - Can remain fresh for up to one year under brine storage. ### **Consumption** The fruits, after soaking in brine, are squeezed to extract juice. The juice is diluted with water and optionally sweetened. It should be consumed on the same day it is prepared. ![Image](https://cdn.kureansiklopedi.com/media/uploads/2025/07/04/RXix5jmHeG2Wo21U4tVgCBpVrDGBvPWs.jpg) *Gilaburu Pressing Stage (Sivas Governorship)* ### **Inspection Mechanism** Production is monitored three times a year (during cultivation and harvest periods) by a three-member commission coordinated by the Gemerek District Governorate and composed of experts from the Gemerek Sugar Beet Regional Directorate, District Agriculture Directorate, and the Chamber of Agriculture. ## Academic Sources and References 1. Anadolu Agency. “Geographical Indication Applications Submitted for 9 Products in Sivas.” Published November 29, 2021. Accessed July 6, 2025. https://www.aa.com.tr/tr/ekonomi/sivasta-9-urun-icin-cografi-isaret-belgesi-basvurusu-yapildi/2385705. 2. Gemerek District Governorship. Healing Source: Gemerek Gilaburu (Viburnum opulus). Accessed July 6, 2025. http://www.gemerek.gov.tr/sifa-kaymagi-gemerek-gilaburusu. 3. Ministry of Culture and Tourism. Gemerek Gilaburu (Viburnum opulus). Accessed July 6, 2025. https://www.kulturportali.gov.tr/portal/gemerek-gilaburusu. 4. Sivas Governorship. The Geographically Indicated Gilaburu Grown in Gemerek Spreads Healing. Accessed July 6, 2025. http://www.sivas.gov.tr/gemerekte-yetisen-cografi-isaretli-gilaburu-sifa-dagitiyor. 5. Turkish Patent and Trademark Office. Geographical Indication Certificate – Gemerek Gilaburu (Viburnum opulus). Accessed July 6, 2025. https://ci.turkpatent.gov.tr/Files/GeographicalSigns/241.pdf. 6. Turkish Patent and Trademark Office. Geographical Indication Detail – 38105. Accessed July 6, 2025. https://ci.turkpatent.gov.tr/cografi-isaretler/detay/38105. ## Related Articles - [Sivas Kurşunlu Bath](//detay/sivas-kursunlu-bath-c7f7f/llms.txt) - [Nevşehir Testi Kebab](//detay/nevsehir-testi-kebab-ac7b1/llms.txt) - [Nigde Tahini](//detay/nigde-tahini-94b64/llms.txt)