Chinese Bayberry (Myrica rubra)

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

Myrica rubra is an evergreen Shrub growing to 15 m (49ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10. It is in leaf all year. The species is monoecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but both sexes can be found on the same plant) and is pollinated by Wind. It can fix Nitrogen. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries, Nuts/Seeds

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

aromatic, it has an agreeable sub-acid taste. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; Succulent and aromatic, it has an agreeable sub-acid taste.; Juicy, sweetish and sour according to another report.; The fruit soon rots so it is difficult to grow commercially because of the problems of getting it to market in good condition.

Habitat & North American Range

Forests of C. and S. Japan. Coastal districts in warm countries. (Zone 9)