Kinugasaso (Kinugasa japonica)

Family: Trilliaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Kinugasa japonica is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.5 m (1ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). 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. 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

Fruit. No more details are given. — No more details are given.

Habitat & North American Range

Humus-rich soils in woodlands, N. Japan. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)