Nepalensis Buckthorn (Rhamnus nepalensis)

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

Rhamnus nepalensis is a deciduous Shrub growing to 1.5 m (5ft) by 2 m (6ft). The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Fruit. Some caution is advised, see the notes above on toxicity. — Some caution is advised, see the notes above on toxicity.

Habitat & North American Range

Found at elevations of 900 - 1,800 metres in the central and eastern Himalayas. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)