Thyrsiflora Neillia (Neillia thyrsiflora)

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

Neillia thyrsiflora is a deciduous Shrub growing to 3 m (9ft 10in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in flower in July, and the seeds ripen from September to October. 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 prefers well-drained soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Fruit - eaten when fully ripe. — Fruit - eaten when fully ripe.

Habitat & North American Range

Exposed slopes along streams at elevations of 1600 - 2100 metres in Nepal. In bushes at elevations of 1000 - 3000 metres in NW Yunnan, China. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)