Zabala Fruit

Lardizabala biternata

Physical Characteristics

Lardizabala biternata is an evergreen Climber growing to 3.5 m (11ft 6in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9 and is frost tender. It is in leaf all year, in flower from December to February. The species is monoecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but both sexes can be found on the same plant). The plant is not self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland). It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

S. America - Chile, Peru.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Dappled Shade; Shady Edge; East Wall. By. South Wall. By. West Wall. By.

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Fruit Edible Uses: Fruit - raw or cooked. Sweet and pulpy[2, 3, 11], it is considered to be a delicacy in Chile where it is collected and sold in local markets[183]. Also of interest value because of its sausage-like deep purple fruits[183]. The fruit is 5 - 8cm long[188].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known