Indian Plum, Oemleria Cerasiformis

Day 144: One of the earliest spring blooms, Indian Plum (Oemleria cerasiformis) is a twiggy deciduous shrub common in western Washington. Also called "Oso Berry," it bears small oval fruits in a cluster, pale when immature and reddish-black when ripe. Although the fruit is considered edible, it is rather bitter and best left for the birds.