Wilson barberry (Berberis wilsoniae)

Family: Berberidaceae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Berberis wilsoniae is an evergreen Shrub growing to 1 m (3ft 3in) by 2 m (6ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in leaf all year, in flower from June to July. 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

flavour, it goes very well in a muesli. — Fruit raw or cooked.; Very acid with a lemon-like flavour, it goes very well in a muesli.; Children and some adults like it raw, at least in small quantities, though most adults prefer to cook it and use it in pies, preserves etc.; The fruits are about 6mm long.

Habitat & North American Range

Not known. (Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)