Chokecherry tree

Prunus virginiana

fruit

Small, very astringent black cherries, softened into jelly or syrup, or dried in pemmican.

Origin

North America

Where to find it

In hedgerows, woodland edges and coulees of the Prairies; in Canada, chokecherry jelly and syrup are sold at farmers' markets.

Season (United States)

August to September · grows in your region

Preparation

Pitted, or cooked into strained jelly: the pit and leaves contain compounds that release cyanide.

Molecules

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

Did you know?

It is the official fruit of North Dakota.