Himalense Daphniphyllum (Daphniphyllum himalense)

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

Daphniphyllum himalense is an evergreen Tree growing to 6 m (19ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in leaf all year. The species is dioecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but only one sex is to be found on any one plant so both male and female plants must be grown if seed is required). . The plant is not self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

The very closely related D. macropodum is said to have edible leaves. Are the leaves of this species also edible cooked? — The very closely related D.; macropodum is said to have edible leaves.; Are the leaves of this species also edible cooked?.

Habitat & North American Range

Cool moist forests, shady ravines and valleys alongside streams, 1200 - 3000 metres. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)