Nervosa Spiraea (Spiraea nervosa angustifolia)

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

Spiraea nervosa angustifolia is a deciduous Shrub growing to 1.5 m (5ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower from May to July. 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 used as a tea. — The leaves are used as a tea.

Habitat & North American Range

Thickets and ravines, 300 - 1300 metres in W. Hupeh. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)