Buergeriana Wild Plum / Cherry (Prunus buergeriana)

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

Prunus buergeriana is a deciduous Tree growing to 9 m (29ft 6in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5. It is in flower from April to May, and the seeds ripen from August to 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, Berries, Nuts/Seeds

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Fruit - raw or cooked. The fruit is small, about 5mm in diameter, and of inferior quality, though it is sometimes gathered and pickled in salt then used as a condiment or appetizer. It contains a single large seed. Seed - raw or cooked. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; The fruit is small, about 5mm in diameter, and of inferior quality, though it is sometimes gathered and pickled in salt then used as a condiment or appetizer.; It contains a single large seed.; Seed - raw or cooked.

Habitat & North American Range

Hillsides and mountains in C. and S. Japan. Dense forests on slopes, along trails and sunny places on slopes at elevations of 1000 - 3400 metres. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)