Gunniana Baeckea (Baeckea gunniana)

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

Baeckea gunniana is an evergreen Shrub growing to 1.5 m (5ft) by 2 m (6ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in leaf all year. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

refreshing and aromatic. — The leaves are a tea substitute, they are very refreshing and aromatic.; A citrus-like flavour.

Habitat & North American Range

Bogs and wet rocky sites, especially by water courses in alpine regions to 1800 metres. (Zone 8)