Obtusiloba Lindera (Lindera obtusiloba)

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

Lindera obtusiloba is a deciduous Shrub growing to 6 m (19ft) by 6 m (19ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower from March to 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). . The plant is not self-fertile.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

The young buds and leaves are used as a tea substitute. Young leaves are fried and used as a Buddhist ceremonial dish. — The young buds and leaves are used as a tea substitute.; Young leaves are fried and used as a Buddhist ceremonial dish.

Habitat & North American Range

Thickets and copses. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)