Winter Apple (Myoporum debile)

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

Myoporum debile is an evergreen Shrub growing to 1 m (3ft 3in) by 1 m (3ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in leaf all year, in flower from July to September, and the seeds ripen from August to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

pleasantly salty-sweet flavour. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; A pleasantly salty-sweet flavour.; The fruits are 6 - 8mm long.; Caution is advised since the fruit probably contains a liver toxin.

Habitat & North American Range

Open forests, grassland and dry areas in Australia. By the coast between Raglan and Kawhia in New Zealand. (Zone 8)