Sour Plum (Prunus gracilis)

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

Prunus gracilis is a deciduous Shrub growing to 1.2 m (4ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower in April, and the seeds ripen from July to August. 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

Fruit - raw or cooked. Not of particularly good quality. It is usually dried for winter use or cooked. The fruit is about 18mm in diameter and contains one large seed. Seed - raw or cooked. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; Not of particularly good quality.; It is usually dried for winter use or cooked.; The fruit is about 18mm in diameter and contains one large seed.

Habitat & North American Range

Dry sandy soils in sunny positions. Sandy open woods or open ground. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)