Cunninghamii Trochocarpa (Trochocarpa cunninghamii)

Family: Epacridaceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Trochocarpa cunninghamii is an evergreen Shrub growing to 1 m (3ft 3in). It is in leaf all year. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Sweet with a dry mealy texture. — Sweet with a dry mealy texture.

Habitat & North American Range

Cooler montane forests. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)