Dysosma versipellis (Podophyllum versipelle)

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

Podophyllum versipelle is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.3 m (1ft) by 0.3 m (1ft in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from May to June, and the seeds ripen from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). The plant is not self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

We have no reports for this species but the fruit of several members of this genus is edible when fully ripe, though the unripe fruit is cathartic. More research is required. — We have no reports for this species but the fruit of several members of this genus is edible when fully ripe, though the unripe fruit is cathartic.; More research is required.

Habitat & North American Range

Woodland areas on mountains. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)