Siebold's arrowwood (Viburnum sieboldii)

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

Viburnum sieboldii is a deciduous Shrub growing to 4 m (13ft) by 6 m (19ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 4. It is in flower from May to June. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. The plant is not self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Fruit - raw or cooked. — Fruit - raw or cooked.

Habitat & North American Range

Thickets in lowland and low mountains, C. and S. Japan. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)