Longicuspis Fraxinus (Fraxinus longicuspis)

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

Fraxinus longicuspis is a deciduous Tree growing to 8 m (26ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower from April to May. 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

Deciduous forests in mountains at elevations of 100 - 1100 metres, C. and S. Japan. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)