Schoberi Nitraria (Nitraria schoberi)

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

Nitraria schoberi is a SHRUB growing to 2 m (6ft 7in). 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 and can grow in saline soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil and can tolerate drought.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

pleasant flavour. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; A pleasant flavour.; The fruit can be cooked for winter use.

Habitat & North American Range

Clayey and sandy, usually solonetzic soils in desert plains. Saline soils in arid regions. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)