Parthenocissus semicordata (Parthenocissus himalayana)

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

Parthenocissus himalayana is a deciduous Climber growing to 18 m (59ft 1in) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9 and is frost tender. It is in flower from May to July, and the seeds ripen from September to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

sweet to acidic flavour. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; A juicy texture with a sweet to acidic flavour.; The average yield per plant is about 750g per year.; (This seems exceedingly low.) The fruit contains about 8.6% sugars, 2.9% protein, 1.4% ash.

Habitat & North American Range

Climbing over rocks, 1200 - 3300 metres in W. China. Moist open places at elevations of 2100 - 3200 metres in Nepal. (Zone 8)