Jack's amelasorbus (Amelasorbus jackii)

Family: Rosaceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Amelasorbus jackii is a deciduous Shrub growing to 2 m (6ft 7in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 3 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from April to May. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Fruit - raw or cooked. Not very palatable. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; Not very palatable.

Habitat & North American Range

Not known. (Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7)