Jack's amelasorbus

Amelasorbus jackii

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Basic Information

Family: Rosaceae

Genus: amelasorbus

Plant ID (slug): amelasorbus-jackii

Numeric ID: 22684

USDA Hardiness: 3-7

Ratings

Physical Characteristics

Amelasorbus jackii is a deciduous Shrub growing to 2 m (6ft 7in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 3 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from April to May. 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.

Distribution

Western N. America - Idaho and Oregon.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Fruit Edible Uses: Fruit - raw or cooked. Not very palatable[183].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known

Detailed Information

Additional Information

Title: Amelasorbus jackii Jack's amelasorbus