Parrotiopsis (Parrotiopsis jacquemontiana)

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

Parrotiopsis jacquemontiana is a deciduous Shrub growing to 6 m (19ft) by 4 m (13ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from April to June. 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.

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

Forest undergrowth, 1500 - 2100 metres. Abundant on north-facing slopes, often forming pure stands. (Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)