Biota (Thuja orientalis)

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

Thuja orientalis is an evergreen Tree growing to 15 m (49ft) by 5 m (16ft) at a slow rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in leaf all year, and the seeds ripen from September to October. The species is monoecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but both sexes can be found on the same plant) and is pollinated by Wind.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Nuts/Seeds

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Late Summer, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Seed - after removing the bitterness. No more details are given, but the bitterness in seeds is usually removed either by leaching them in water or by thoroughly cooking them. — Seed - after removing the bitterness.; No more details are given, but the bitterness in seeds is usually removed either by leaching them in water or by thoroughly cooking them.

Habitat & North American Range

Steep dry rocky valley slopes. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)