Umbrosa Litsea (Litsea umbrosa)

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

Litsea umbrosa is an evergreen Tree. 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. It prefers moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

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

Flavor & Culinary Uses

None known. — Harvested fresh in season according to PFAF botanical monograph.

Habitat & North American Range

In ravines and along the sides of streams to elevations of 2700 metres. Also found in shady forests. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)