Masuri Berry (Coriaria napalensis)

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

Coriaria napalensis is a deciduous Shrub growing to 2.5 m (8ft 2in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in flower in May. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). It can fix Nitrogen. 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: Fruit, Berries

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Fruit - raw or used as a beverage. Use with great caution since most parts of the plant, including the seed, are very toxic. Some reports suggest it is safer not to use the fruit at all. The fruit is about 8mm in diameter. — Fruit - raw or used as a beverage.; Use with great caution since most parts of the plant, including the seed, are very toxic.; Some reports suggest it is safer not to use the fruit at all.; The fruit is about 8mm in diameter.

Habitat & North American Range

Forests and shrubberies, mainly on the outskirts of the forests, 1000 - 2700 metres. Plants are found at elevations up to 3300 metres in Sikkim. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)