Microcalyx Symplocos (Symplocos microcalyx)

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

Symplocos microcalyx is an evergreen Shrub growing to 4 m (13ft 1in). It is in leaf all year, in flower from April to May. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). The plant is not self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid and neutral 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

Leaves. No more details are given. — No more details are given.

Habitat & North American Range

Subtropical evergreen forests, often along streamlets. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)