Iron Wood (Xanthostemon verus)

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

Xanthostemon verus or commonly known as Iron Wood is a large, evergreen tree that can be found in Southeast Asia specifically in Indonesia. No plant part is edible or of medicinal importance. The wood is very hard, very heavy, highly durable, and resistant to marine borers. Its hardness makes it very difficult to work. It is suitable for making rudders, parts of anchors, building bridges, house construction, etc.

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

Rainforests. (Zone 10)