Yamazakura (Prunus jamasakura)

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

Prunus jamasakura is a deciduous Tree growing to 18 m (59ft) by 10 m (32ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5. It is in flower in April. 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, Flowers

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Fruit. The fruit is about 6mm in diameter and contains one large seed. The flowers are pickled in salt and consumed in tea or with rice gruel. Seed - raw or cooked. Do not eat the seed if it is too bitter - see the notes above on toxicity. — The fruit is about 6mm in diameter and contains one large seed.; The flowers are pickled in salt and consumed in tea or with rice gruel.; Seed - raw or cooked.; Do not eat the seed if it is too bitter - see the notes above on toxicity.

Habitat & North American Range

Low mountains, C. and S. Japan. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)