Walteri Dogwood (Cornus walteri)

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

Cornus walteri is a deciduous Tree growing to 10 m (32ft 10in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower from May to June, and the seeds ripen from August to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. 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

Mixed sparse to dense forests at elevations of 300 - 2500, occasionally to 3000 metres. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)