Delavayi Docynia (Docynia delavayi)

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

Docynia delavayi is an evergreen Tree growing to 10 m (32ft) by 10 m (32ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in leaf all year, in flower from April to May, and the seeds ripen in October. 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.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Fruit - raw, cooked or used in preserves. When ripe it is like an apple. The fruit is about 4cm in diameter. — Fruit - raw, cooked or used in preserves.; When ripe it is like an apple.; The fruit is about 4cm in diameter.

Habitat & North American Range

Riversides in valleys, mixed forests and mountainous areas at elevations of 1000 - 3000 metres in W Guizhou, W Sichuan and NW Yunnan Provinces. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)