Tarata (Pittosporum eugenioides)

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

Pittosporum eugenioides is an evergreen Tree growing to 10 m (32ft) by 5 m (16ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in leaf all year, in flower from April to May. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

A resin obtained by incision or bruising the bark is used as a chewing gum. — A resin obtained by incision or bruising the bark is used as a chewing gum.

Habitat & North American Range

Lowland and montane forests, North and South Islands. (Zone 8)