Albiflora Boenninghausenia (Boenninghausenia albiflora)

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

Boenninghausenia albiflora is a deciduous Shrub growing to 1 m (3ft 3in) by 1 m (3ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in flower from July to September. 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, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very alkaline soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

None known. — Harvested fresh in season according to PFAF botanical monograph.

Habitat & North American Range

Forests and shrubberies to 3300 metres in the Himalayas. Generally found in moist places in Nepal at elevations of 500 - 3000 metres. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)