Hovenia dulcis
Japanese Raisin Tree
Explore the size, hardiness, soil, light, edible uses and harvest period of Hovenia dulcis.
General Information
Plant Properties
Growth conditions
Moist
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Acidic Neutral Alkaline
Full sun
Usage properties
Fruit
Wood, Food forest, Fragrant
Description
Fruit - raw or cooked. They can be dried like raisins and have a sweet taste and texture, allowing them to be used in the same way. The fruit has a sweet, pear-like flavor and a pleasant aroma. The fruit body is sweet and juicy, although it is not technically a true fruit, but rather a swollen vessel. The fruit body can grow up to 3 cm long and contains 11.4% glucose, 4.7% fructose, and 12.6% sucrose. A sweet extract made from the seeds, branches, and young leaves can be used as a substitute for honey. The seeds contain 15% protein and 7.8% fat.