Shrubby fuchsia (Fuchsia paniculata)

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

Fuchsia paniculata is a deciduous Shrub growing to 8 m (26ft 3in) at a medium rate. 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. 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 is about 9mm long and 7mm wide. — A juicy berry, it is about 9mm long and 7mm wide.

Habitat & North American Range

Cloud forests. (Zone 9)