Yoshino Cherry Fruit: Edible But Not For Humans

Technically Edible, Practically Wildlife Food

Prunus × yedoensis fruit is not toxic, but the pit-to-flesh ratio is extreme—huge seed, minimal pulp. Only birds and small mammals bother with them.

Fruiting Quirks

• Not all trees fruit annually.
• Some years produce heavy crops; others none.
• Fruit appears after the famous spring bloom.

Cultural Significance

This is the iconic cherry of Washington DC's Tidal Basin and Macon's Cherry Blossom Festival. Planted for flowers, not fruit.