Bolivian fuchsia (Fuchsia boliviana)

Family: Onagraceae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Fuchsia boliviana is an evergreen Shrub growing to 3.5 m (11ft) by 1 m (3ft 3in) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10 and is frost tender. It is in leaf all year, in flower from June to September, and the seeds ripen from August to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, birds.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

sweetish taste. — A juicy berry, it has a sweetish taste.; A pleasant flavour.; The fruit can be up to 25mm long.

Habitat & North American Range

Grows in cool mossy forests in the Andes at altitudes of 1800 - 3000 metres. (Zone 9)