Gedraphol (Willughbeia edulis)

Family: Apocynaceae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Willughbeia edulis is an evergreen Climber growing to 25 m (82ft) by 0.2 m (0ft 8in) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. 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

pleasant flavour. — A pleasant flavour.; The yellowish, ovoid fruit is about the size of a lemon.; The fruit is about 5cm in diameter.

Habitat & North American Range

Lowland primary rain forests. (Zone 10)