Swedish Whitebeam (Sorbus intermedia)

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

Sorbus intermedia is a deciduous Tree growing to 12 m (39ft) by 12 m (39ft) at a medium rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5 and is not frost tender. It is in flower in May, and the seeds ripen from September to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects, Apomictic (reproduce by seeds formed without sexual fusion). The plant is self-fertile.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

mild, though slightly bitter flavour with a mealy texture. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; A mild, though slightly bitter flavour with a mealy texture.; The fruit is up to 13mm across and is produced in quite large clusters, making harvesting easier.

Habitat & North American Range

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