Hamiltonianus Spindle Tree (Euonymus hamiltonianus maackii)

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

Euonymus hamiltonianus maackii is a deciduous Shrub growing to 6 m (19ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 4. It is in flower in June. 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) or no shade.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Young leaves - boiled.This report should be treated with some caution since many members of this genus are poisonous. — Young leaves - boiled.This report should be treated with some caution since many members of this genus are poisonous.

Habitat & North American Range

Shrubby formations in river valleys, coastal plains etc, usually on alluvial sands, occasionally on dry ridges with open forest. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)