Purpurascens Abutilon (Abutilon purpurascens)

Family: Malvaceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Abutilon purpurascens is an evergreen Shrub growing to 2.4 m (7ft 10in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in leaf all year, in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Flowers

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Flowers - cooked. Used as a vegetable. — Flowers - cooked.; Used as a vegetable.

Habitat & North American Range

Not known. (Zone 8)