Wallichiana Barberry (Berberis wallichiana)

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

Berberis wallichiana is a SHRUB growing to 3 m (9ft 10in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. 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. — Harvested fresh in season according to PFAF botanical monograph.

Habitat & North American Range

Open ground at elevations of 2000 - 3400 metres in Nepal. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)