Amelanchier × spicata
Amelanchier × spicata, also referred to as the low juneberry,[1] thicket shadbush, dwarf serviceberry, or low serviceberry (historically also called "pigeon berry"[2]), is a hybrid of Amelanchier alnifolia × Amelanchier humilis. that has edible fruit, which are really pomes. They can be eaten raw or cooked. Amelanchier × spicata has clusters of small white flowers that bloom in spring. Amelanchier × spicata is native to North America. It is a very hardy species, and is considered invasive in Scandinavia.[3] References
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