Biflora Camellia (Camellia biflora)

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

Camellia biflora is an evergreen Shrub growing to 9 m (29ft 6in). It is in leaf all year, in flower from April to June, and the seeds ripen in October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid and neutral soils and can grow in very acid soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

An oil is obtained from the seed. — An oil is obtained from the seed.

Habitat & North American Range

Luxuriant woods and thickets at elevations of 500 - 1800 metres. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)