Karuka (Pandanus julianettii)

Family: Pandanaceae | Edibility: Choice Edible (4/5)

Pandanus julianettii is an evergreen Shrub growing to 4 m (13ft) by 3 m (9ft) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid and neutral soils and can grow in very acid and saline soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Nuts/Seeds, Leaves, Roots/Tubers

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

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Seeds. The seeds are oily and contain a fair amount of protein. Sometimes the inner leaves and the tips of the aerial roots are eaten cooked. — The seeds are oily and contain a fair amount of protein.; Sometimes the inner leaves and the tips of the aerial roots are eaten cooked.

Habitat & North American Range

Not known. (Zone 10)