Hop Hornbeam (Ostrya carpinifolia)

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

Ostrya carpinifolia is a deciduous Tree growing to 15 m (49ft) by 15 m (49ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower in September. The species is monoecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but both sexes can be found on the same plant). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained 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

Deciduous forests and scrub, open pine forests, very often on dry and stony limestone hills from 50 - 1700 metres in Turkey. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)