Prunus watsonii
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What to Eat
Edible parts: Fruit, Seed
Chickasaw plums tend to bloom early in the spring before many other plants bloom, and require very little maintenance; as a result, they are often used in ornamental horticulture. They are often found growing wild along highways, especially in the southern U.S. The 1⁄2-in. edible fruits change from yellow to red when fully ripe. They may be eaten raw and are often made into jellies. Because of its attractive bark, small leaves and thin branches, Chickasaw plum is also sometimes used for bonsai.
Where to Find It
It is a temperate plant.
How to Identify
A temperate tree in the Rosaceae family producing edible fruit and seeds.
References (1)
- Plants For a Future.
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