Tomentosa Barberry (Berberis tomentosa)

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

Berberis tomentosa is a deciduous Shrub. 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 soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Fruit - raw or cooked. No more details. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; No more details.

Habitat & North American Range

Shrublands at elevations of 3000 - 3500 metres. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)