Griersonianum Rhododendron (Rhododendron griersonianum)

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

Rhododendron griersonianum is an evergreen Shrub growing to 3 m (9ft 10in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in leaf all year, in flower from May to June, and the seeds ripen in March. 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.

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

Coniferous and mixed forests, also in scrub, 2150 - 2700 metres in W. Yunnan. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)