Chinese Wild Peach (Prunus consociiflora)

Family: Rosaceae | Edibility: Choice Edible (4/5)

Prunus consociiflora is a deciduous Tree growing to 6 m (19ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower from March to 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 and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries, Nuts/Seeds

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

delicious rich flavour. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; Fruit seen in late October in Kew was very similar to cherry plums and had a delicious rich flavour.; The fruit contains a single large seed.; Seed - raw or cooked.

Habitat & North American Range

Not known. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)