Denticulata Fuchsia (Fuchsia denticulata)

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

Fuchsia denticulata is a deciduous Shrub growing to 4 m (13ft) by 4 m (13ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10 and is frost tender. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects, birds. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Fruit - raw. A juicy berry, it has a nice slightly acid flavour. The fruit can be up to 25mm long and 12mm wide. — A juicy berry, it has a nice slightly acid flavour.; The fruit can be up to 25mm long and 12mm wide.

Habitat & North American Range

Moist canyons in cloud forests and in mountain scrub at elevations of 2,000 - 3,600 metres. (Zone 9)