Black Apricot (Prunus x dasycarpa)

Family: Rosaceae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Prunus x dasycarpa is a deciduous Tree growing to 4.5 m (14ft 9in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5. It is in flower in March, and the seeds ripen in 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. The plum-like fruit has a soft juicy flesh that is sub-acid to acid. It has an apricot flavour. One report says that the fruit is sour. It can also be used to make marmalade. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; The plum-like fruit has a soft juicy flesh that is sub-acid to acid.; It has an apricot flavour.; One report says that the fruit is sour.

Habitat & North American Range

Not known in the wild. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)