Adstringens Wild Crabapple (Malus x adstringens)

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

Malus x adstringens is a deciduous Tree. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 3 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. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in heavy clay soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Fruit - raw or cooked. A rather acid flavour. The fruit is about 4 - 5cm in diameter. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; A rather acid flavour.; The fruit is about 4 - 5cm in diameter.

Habitat & North American Range

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