Redshank (Adenostoma sparsifolium)

Family: Rosaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Adenostoma sparsifolium is an evergreen Shrub growing to 6 m (19ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in leaf all year, in flower from May to June. 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, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Seeds. No further information is given. — No further information is given.

Habitat & North American Range

Grows in chapparal at elevations of 300 - 2500 metres. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)