Leatherwood (Eucryphia lucida)

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

Eucryphia lucida is an evergreen Tree growing to 10 m (32ft) by 4 m (13ft) at a medium rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in leaf all year, in flower from June to July. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid and neutral soils.

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

Forests, often along river banks, at low altitudes. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)