Korshinskyi Wild Plum / Cherry (Prunus korshinskyi)

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

Prunus korshinskyi is a deciduous Shrub growing to 3.5 m (11ft 6in). 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. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Nuts/Seeds

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Seed - raw or cooked. Used as an almond, the seed is generally bitter and should not be eaten in quantity, see the notes above on toxicity. — Seed - raw or cooked.; Used as an almond, the seed is generally bitter and should not be eaten in quantity, see the notes above on toxicity.

Habitat & North American Range

1100 - 1800 metres in Turkey. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)