Appleberry (Billardiera longiflora)

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

Billardiera longiflora is an evergreen Climber growing to 2.4 m (7ft 10in) at a slow rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in leaf all year, in flower from July to September, and the seeds ripen from September to November. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Aromatic, mealy and pleasant. — Aromatic, mealy and pleasant.; Remove the seeds before eating the fruit.; The fruit does not have a pulp and is dry and boring.; The deep blue fruit is up to 25mm long.

Habitat & North American Range

Damp forests and along the sides of streams. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)