Anaqua, Knockaway

Ehretia anacua

Physical Characteristics

Ehretia anacua is an evergreen Tree growing to 5 m (16ft 5in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8 and is frost tender. It is in leaf all year, in flower from October to March, and the seeds ripen from October to March. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). 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 cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil. The plant can tolerate maritime exposure.

Distribution

South-western N. America - S.E. Texas to Mexico.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Fruit Edible Uses: Fruit - raw[105, 149, 161, 183]. Sweet and rather juicy but it has a thin flesh[82]. The fruit is about 8mm in diameter[200].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known