Nettle Tree (Celtis australis)

Family: Cannabaceae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Celtis australis is a deciduous Tree growing to 20 m (65ft) by 10 m (32ft) at a medium rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower in April, and the seeds ripen in October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries, Nuts/Seeds

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

Flavor & Culinary Uses

pleasant taste. — A mealy pleasant taste.; Small and insipidly sweet.; The fruit is about 10mm in diameter with a single large seed.; Seed - raw or cooked.

Habitat & North American Range

Hedges, banks and sandy places. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)