Water Locust (Gleditsia aquatica)

Family: Fabaceae or Leguminosae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Gleditsia aquatica is a deciduous Tree growing to 12 m (39ft 4in) at a slow rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in leaf from June to October, in flower from July to August, and the seeds ripen from October to December. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. It can fix Nitrogen. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils.

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

Rich lands of river valleys that are subject to inundation, often for a considerable part of the year. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)