Asked by: Yuhua Ciupitu
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Last Updated: 20th May 2024

Can black locust flowers be eaten?

Harvesting & Use
The edible part of the black locust is the flowers. Thayer claims that the seeds are edible. However, I have not tried them and have seen conflicting evidence. The seeds are poisonous. The bark and leaves of the tree are toxic. Make sure you weed out all leaves that may get into your harvest.



Also, is it possible to eat the black locust seed pods?

The bark and leaves of the black locust can be toxic. However, there are reports that the seeds and young pods are edible. The shelled seeds can be harvested from summer to fall and are both safe and delicious.

What does a black locust look like? Black locust (Robinia pseudoacacia) is easily identified by its 1-inch-long white flowers that are fragrant and fragrant. They are found in pendant clusters in late spring. The leathery seed pods, which are 2 to 4 inches in length and are dark red to black, are approximately 2 to 4 inches in length. It is the second-tallest locust and can reach 40 to 70 feet in height.

Is black locust smoke considered toxic?

Toxicity: Ingestion of black locust can be fatal to any animal. It may be necessary to fence off trees that contain black locust to prevent livestock from accessing the seeds, bark, or shoots.

What purpose is black locustwood used for?

Common uses: Fence posts, boatbuilding and flooring. Comments: Black Locust wood is very strong and durable. It competes with Hickory (Carya genera) for the title of strongest and stiffest domestic timber. However, it has more stability and resistance to rot.