Silver Banksia (Banksia marginata)

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

Banksia marginata is a TREE growing to 9 m (29ft 6in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9 and is frost tender. It is in flower from August to December. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid and neutral soils. It cannot grow in the shade.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

sweet nectar which can be sucked directly or washed out with water to make a refreshing beverage. — The flowers are filled with a sweet nectar which can be sucked directly or washed out with water to make a refreshing beverage.

Habitat & North American Range

Usually found in sclerophyll forest from the coast to mountainous areas. (Zone 8)