Bolwarra (Eupomatia laurina)

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

Eupomatia laurina is an evergreen Shrub growing to 6 m (19ft 8in). The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). 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. It prefers moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

sweet, aromatic, pleasant taste. — A sweet, aromatic, pleasant taste.

Habitat & North American Range

In or near rainforests by the coast and neighbouring plateaux. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)