Ironwood (Bumelia tenax)

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

Bumelia tenax is a deciduous Tree growing to 8 m (26ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in flower in July, and the seeds ripen in October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). 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 and can grow in saline soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Late Summer, Fall

Flavor & Culinary Uses

sweet flavour. — It is up to 14mm long.

Habitat & North American Range

Dry sandy soils, in sand-pine forests and with coastal oak. (Zone 8)