Whitebeam (Sorbus aria)

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

Sorbus aria is a deciduous Tree growing to 12 m (39ft) by 8 m (26ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from May to June, and the seeds ripen from September to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. It is noted for attracting wildlife.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

delicious taste, somewhat like a luscious tropical fruit. — Fruit - raw or cooked and used in preserves etc.; The fruit is usually bletted if it is going to be eaten raw.; This involves storing the fruit in a cool dry place until it is almost but not quite going rotten.; At this stage the fruit has a delicious taste, somewhat like a luscious tropical fruit.

Habitat & North American Range

Woods and scrub, usually on chalk or limestone. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)