Dicksonii Ehretia (Ehretia dicksonii)

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

Ehretia dicksonii is a deciduous Tree growing to 10 m (32ft) by 10 m (32ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Fruit. No further details. The fruit is about 2cm in diameter. — No further details.; The fruit is about 2cm in diameter.

Habitat & North American Range

Warm rocky valleys in the warmer areas of C. and S. Japan. In evergreen forests near the sea. (Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)