Ma Jia Zi (Paliurus ramosissimus)

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

Paliurus ramosissimus is a deciduous Shrub growing to 6 m (19ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7. It is in flower in July, and the seeds ripen from October to November. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very alkaline soils.

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

Roadsides and riverbanks in W. Hupeh and Szechwan. (Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)