Berberis napaulensis (Mahonia flavida)

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

Mahonia flavida is an evergreen Shrub growing to 2 m (6ft 7in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8 and is frost tender. It is in leaf all year, in flower from April to May. 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 can grow in heavy clay and nutritionally poor soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

We have no specific information on this species. The fruit of all members of the genus is edible, though we do not know the quality of this species. — We have no specific information on this species.; The fruit of all members of the genus is edible, though we do not know the quality of this species.

Habitat & North American Range

Rocky, partially shaded crevices on limestone soils. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)