Water Bush (Myoporum montanum)

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

Myoporum montanum is an evergreen Shrub growing to 2 m (6ft 7in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in leaf all year. 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, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

aromatic and salty sweet. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; Bitterly aromatic and salty sweet.; The purplish fruit is 5 - 7mm in diameter.; Caution is advised, see notes above on toxicity.

Habitat & North American Range

Sandy loams. Usually found in inland woodlands, but it is also sometimes found near the coast. (Zone 8)