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Sorbus japonica, commonly known as Japanese whitebeam, is a deciduous tree native to the regions of China South-Central, China Southeast, Japan, Korea, the Kuril Islands, and Sakhalin. Japanese whitebeam (Latin: Sorbus japonica, family Rosaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Japanese whitebeam is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Japanese whitebeam is a member of the Rosaceae family native to CHC, CHS, JAP, KOR, KUR, and SAK. Sorbus japonica thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist soil that is light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Japanese whitebeam grows best in USDA zone 5-9, full sun, partial sun/shade light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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