Chilean Laurel (Laurelia sempervirens)

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

Laurelia sempervirens is an evergreen Tree growing to 15 m (49ft) by 15 m (49ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in leaf all year, in flower in April. The species is dioecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but only one sex is to be found on any one plant so both male and female plants must be grown if seed is required). and is pollinated by Insects. The plant is not self-fertile.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

The bark and leaves are used as a spice. The fruit and the seed are used. — The bark and leaves are used as a spice.; The fruit and the seed are used.

Habitat & North American Range

Moist and wet soils in forests, deep gullies and creek beds. (Zone 8)