Platycarya strobilacea

Physical Characteristics

Platycarya strobilacea is a deciduous Tree growing to 12 m (39ft) by 12 m (39ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7. It is in flower from June to August. The species is monoecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but both sexes can be found on the same plant). 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.

Distribution

E. Asia - China, Korea.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Canopy;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Edible Uses: Young leaves - cooked[177]. A famine food, only used when all else fails[179].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known