Parisepala Barberry (Berberis parisepala)

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

Berberis parisepala is a deciduous Shrub growing to 3 m (9ft 10in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. 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. Fruit - raw or cooked. The relatively large berries are freely borne and are more palatable than most barberries. — The following report is for the closely related B.; angulosa - it quite possibly can also be applied to this species.; Fruit - raw or cooked.; The relatively large berries are freely borne and are more palatable than most barberries.

Habitat & North American Range

In the subalpine to alpine zone, growing on rocky slopes and scree. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)