— Short, snippet-friendly answers to the most-asked questions about Sorbus americana (Sorbus americana). For the full profile with citations, open the main page.
Sorbus americana, commonly known as American serviceberry or shadbush, is a deciduous tree native to the northeastern and north-central United States and southeastern Canada. Sorbus americana (Latin: Sorbus americana) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Sorbus americana is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Sorbus americana is a member native to CNT, GEO, ILL, MAI, MRY, and MAS. Sorbus americana thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist, well-drained soils that are light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Sorbus americana grows best in USDA zone 2-6, full sun, partial sun/shade light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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