Capulin cherry

Prunus serotina, P. serotina var. salicifolia

fruit

Small black cherries, sweet and slightly bitter, raw, in tamales, atole or jam in Mexico.

Origin

North America and Mexico

Season (United States)

June to August · grows in your region

Preparation

Only the flesh of ripe fruits: pits, leaves and bark contain compounds that release cyanide.

Molecules

In small amounts, not counted Pectins · Anthocyanins · Insoluble fibers

Did you know?

In the United States, its fruits flavor “cherry bounce”, a cherry liqueur.