Dunedin Brachyglottis (Brachyglottis Dunedin Hybrids)

Family: Asteraceae or Compositae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Brachyglottis Dunedin Hybrids is an evergreen Shrub growing to 1.5 m (5ft) by 2 m (6ft) at a slow rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in leaf all year. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. 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: 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

Not known in the wild. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)