East African Newtonia (Newtonia buchananii)

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

Newtonia buchananii is a deciduous Tree growing to 25 m (82ft) by 20 m (65ft) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10. The flowers are pollinated by Bees. 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 moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

None known. — Harvested fresh in season according to PFAF botanical monograph.

Habitat & North American Range

A canopy and subcanopy tree in highland forest areas at elevations from 1,100 - 1,800 metres in west Africa. In East and southern Africa it occurs in evergreen rainforest, often along watercourses and lakes, at elevations from 600 - 2,200 metres. (Zone 10)