Capillaris Barberry (Berberis capillaris)

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

Berberis capillaris is a deciduous Shrub growing to 1 m (3ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8 and is not frost tender. It is in flower in May. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and can grow in heavy clay and nutritionally poor soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

The following report is for the closely related B. angulosa - it quite possibly can also be applied to this species. The fruit of this species is said to be somewhat larger than that of B. angulosa, with fruits up to the size of a cherry. — The following report is for the closely related B.; angulosa - it quite possibly can also be applied to this species.; The fruit of this species is said to be somewhat larger than that of B.; angulosa, with fruits up to the size of a cherry.

Habitat & North American Range

Not known. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)