Amelanchier interior (Rosaceae) Deciduous tree

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Amelanchier interior
Deciduous tree
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The Amelanchier interior plant species is found in Central N. America - Wisconsin to S. Minnesota and south to S. Dakota It is a member of the Rosaceae family.

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Latin Name:  Amelanchier interior
Family:  Rosaceae
Author:  Nielson.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  9   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Hillsides and banks of streams[43].

Edible Uses: Fruit - raw or cooked. A sweet taste[177, K] and a juicy texture[229, K], even before the fruit is fully ripe[K]. The fruit is produced in small clusters and is up to 8mm in diameter[229]. The fruit is rich in iron and copper[226]. This species has been seen fruiting well at Kew where the fruit ripened about 3 weeks later than most of the other species[K].

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