Oppositifolia Grewia (Grewia oppositifolia)

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

Grewia oppositifolia is a deciduous Shrub. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

pleasant acid taste. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; A pleasant acid taste.; The fruit is about the size of a pea.

Habitat & North American Range

Foothills of the N.W. Himalayas to 1800 metres. (Zone 8)