Oregon Crab (Malus fusca)

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

Malus fusca is a deciduous Tree growing to 12 m (39ft 4in) at a slow rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6 and is not frost tender. It is in flower in May. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. It is noted for attracting wildlife. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in heavy clay soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

taste, it can be eaten out of hand or made into jellies, preserves etc. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; Up to 2cm in diameter.; An agreeable sub-acid taste, it can be eaten out of hand or made into jellies, preserves etc.; The fruit can be left on the tree until there have been some autumn frosts, this will soften the fruit and make it somewhat less acid.

Habitat & North American Range

Moist woods, stream banks, swamps and bogs in deep rich soils, usually occurring in dense pure thickets. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)