Hua Qu Liu (Fraxinus chinensis rhynchophylla)

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

Fraxinus chinensis rhynchophylla is a deciduous Tree growing to 25 m (82ft 0in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower in June. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Wind. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.

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

Woodland and thickets to 3000 metres in W. China. Slopes, along rivers, roadsides, below 1500 metres. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)