Saskatoon

In Canada, the Saskatoon berry can be found in the southern interior. The Saskatoon plant does not like shade and they are found on dry open slopes. They also thrive to grow between low and mid elevation.  The Saskatoon plant can vary in size that may be as small as a shrub, or the size of a small tree. The bark of the plant is dark grey to reddish in color and the berry itself is very dark purple which also looks like a larger version of a blueberry.

The Saskatoon berries are high in natural sugars, very rich in vitamin C, and has an abundance of copper and iron. Research has shown that antioxidant’s found in fruits and vegetables may help to reduce the risk of cancer. Saskatoon berries are naturally high in antioxidants. A study conducted, concluded that the Saskatoon has the ability to reduce age related diseases due to the high levels of antioxidant’s. Compared to other fruits, the Saskatoon rank the highest in value when compared to other fruits. The berry was used for cooking and it was also used to cure other ailments such as stomach problems. The juice from the berry was used as eye and ear drops. CR