Dadap. December tree (Erythrina subumbrans)

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

Erythrina subumbrans is a deciduous Tree growing to 20 m (65ft) by 20 m (65ft) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10. The flowers are pollinated by Birds. It can fix Nitrogen. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves, Shoots

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Very young leaves are steamed and eaten in salads. — Very young leaves are steamed and eaten in salads.

Habitat & North American Range

Moist valleys, near streams, in open locations and secondary forest at low and medium elevations. (Zone 10)