Desert Almond (Prunus fasciculata)

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

Prunus fasciculata is a deciduous Shrub growing to 3 m (9ft 10in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7. 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 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, Late Summer, Fall, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Fruit - raw or cooked. Dry. Considered a great delicacy and important food source by some native North American Indian tribes. The fruit is about 12mm in diameter and contains one large seed. Seed - raw or cooked. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; Considered a great delicacy and important food source by some native North American Indian tribes.; The fruit is about 12mm in diameter and contains one large seed.; Seed - raw or cooked.

Habitat & North American Range

Dry slopes and washes, 750 - 2000 metres in California. (Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)