Tree Aralia (Kalopanax septemlobus)

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

Kalopanax septemlobus is a deciduous Tree growing to 25 m (82ft 0in) at a slow rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5. It is in flower from August to September. 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.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves, Shoots

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Young leaves and young shoots - cooked. — Young leaves and young shoots - cooked.

Habitat & North American Range

Cool deciduous forests from near sea level to elevations of 2500 metres. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)