Ovalifolia Lyonia (Lyonia ovalifolia)

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

Lyonia ovalifolia is a deciduous Shrub growing to 2 m (6ft) by 2 m (6ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower from May to June, and the seeds ripen from July to September. 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 soils and can grow in very acid soils.

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

Common in sunny places on hills, in scrub and on the edges of oak, pine and rhododendron woods. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)