Japanese Aspen (Populus sieboldii)

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

Populus sieboldii is a deciduous Tree growing to 20 m (65ft 7in) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 4. 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.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves, Shoots

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Young leaves and young shoots - cooked. — Young leaves and young shoots - cooked.

Habitat & North American Range

Mountains all over Japan. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)