Mucronulatum Rhododendron (Rhododendron mucronulatum)

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

Rhododendron mucronulatum is a deciduous Shrub growing to 2.5 m (8ft 2in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 4. It is in flower from April to May. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid soils and can grow in very acid soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Flowers

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Flower petals - raw. Some caution is advised, see the notes above on toxicity. — Flower petals - raw.; Some caution is advised, see the notes above on toxicity.

Habitat & North American Range

Thin woods and open country, especially on volcanic soils. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)