Euphratica Poplar (Populus euphratica)

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

Populus euphratica is a deciduous Tree growing to 15 m (49ft 3in) at a fast rate.The species is dioecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but only one sex is to be found on any one plant so both male and female plants must be grown if seed is required). and is pollinated by Wind. The plant is not self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil.

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

Especially found on rich soils, often inundated for part of the year, to 4000 metres. Plains, valleys and basins at elevations of 200 - 2400 metres in northern China. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)