Kendry (Trachomitum scabrum)

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

Trachomitum scabrum is a PERENNIAL growing to 2 m (6ft) by 0.4 m (1ft 4in) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 4. The flowers are pollinated by Bees. It is noted for attracting wildlife. 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, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

None Known. — Harvested fresh in season according to PFAF botanical monograph.

Habitat & North American Range

Kendyr thickets are found throughout Central Asia in the tugay, along the banks of reservoirs, canals and ditches, on deposits, wet meadow soils. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)