Sargentodoxa (Sargentodoxa cuneata)

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

Sargentodoxa cuneata is a deciduous Climber growing to 7.5 m (24ft 7in) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in flower in May. 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). . The plant is not self-fertile.

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

Open forests on mountains, along alpine gullies where the soil is fertile. (Zone 8)