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