Flavescens Berchemia (Berchemia flavescens)

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

Berchemia flavescens is a deciduous Climber growing to 5 m (16ft 5in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5. It is in flower from June to August, and the seeds ripen from May to July. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Fruit - eaten raw when fully ripe. The sausage-shaped fruit is about 12mm long. — Fruit - eaten raw when fully ripe.; The sausage-shaped fruit is about 12mm long.

Habitat & North American Range

Wet shaded places in forested areas at elevations of 2000 - 3400 metres. Often found in thickets or forests on slopes at elevations of 1200 - 4000 metres. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)