Lemon Tea Tree (Leptospermum petersonii)

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

Leptospermum petersonii is an evergreen Shrub growing to 4.5 m (14ft 9in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in leaf all year. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid and neutral soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

aromatic tea, or they can be added as a flavouring to china tea. — The leaves are used to brew a strongly aromatic tea, or they can be added as a flavouring to china tea.; They are strongly lemon-scented.

Habitat & North American Range

Not known. (Zone 8)