Glaucophyllus Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster glaucophyllus)

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

Cotoneaster glaucophyllus is an evergreen Shrub growing to 3 m (9ft) by 3 m (9ft) at a medium rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7. It is in leaf all year, in flower in July, and the seeds ripen from October to December. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Flies, midges. It is noted for attracting wildlife.

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

Scrub, hedgerows and rocky places in calcareous soils. Mixed forests and thickets in mountain regions at elevations of 1200 - 3000 metres. (Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)