Cropleaf Ceanothus (Ceanothus divergens)

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

Ceanothus divergens is an evergreen Shrub growing to 1.5 m (5ft) by 2.5 m (8ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in flower from April to May. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. It can fix Nitrogen. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) 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

A very rare plant in the wild where it grows in serpentine volcanic substrates in Chapparal plant communities at elevations of 900 - 1800 metres. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)