Berry-Bearing Catchfly (Cucubalus baccifer)

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

Cucubalus baccifer is a ANNUAL growing to 1 m (3ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7. 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. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland). It prefers moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Berries, Fruit, Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Leaves and young plants - cooked. — Leaves and young plants - cooked.

Habitat & North American Range

Damp shady habitats in scrub and woodland. (Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)