Betulifolia Spiraea (Spiraea betulifolia aemiliana)

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

Spiraea betulifolia aemiliana is a deciduous Shrub growing to 0.3 m (1ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5. It is in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

The leaves are a tea substitute. — The leaves are a tea substitute.

Habitat & North American Range

High mountains, N. Japan. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)