Siberian Peashrub (Caragana fruticosa)

Family: Fabaceae or Leguminosae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Caragana fruticosa is a deciduous Shrub growing to 2 m (6ft) by 2 m (6ft) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 2. It is in flower in May, and the seeds ripen in September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. It can fix Nitrogen. It is noted for attracting wildlife.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Nuts/Seeds

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

flavour, it is best used in spicy dishes. — The following uses are for the closely related C.; arborescens and can probably also be applied to this species.; Small but produced in abundance, there are 4 - 6 seeds per pod.; A bland flavour, it is best used in spicy dishes.

Habitat & North American Range

Not known. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)