Japanese Raisin Tree (Hovenia dulcis)

Family: Rhamnaceae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Hovenia dulcis is a deciduous Tree growing to 10 m (32ft) by 7 m (23ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6 and is not frost tender. It is in flower in July, and the seeds ripen from September to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

sweet flavour and texture of raisins and can be used similarly. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; They can be dried when they have the sweet flavour and texture of raisins and can be used similarly.; The fruit is sweet and fragrant with a pear-like flavour.; Dry and sub-acid.

Habitat & North American Range

Plains and mountains to 2000 metres in W. China. Secondary forest. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)