Common Appleberry

Billardiera scandens

Physical Characteristics

Billardiera scandens is an evergreen Climber growing to 3 m (9ft) by 3 m (9ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in leaf all year. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

Australia - New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Dappled Shade; South Wall. By. West Wall. By.

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Fruit Edible Uses: Fruit - raw or cooked[105, 154]. Unripe fruits can be roasted[193]. A pleasant sub-acid flavour akin to dried apples[2, 144]. Tastes like kiwi fruits (Actinidia deliciosa)[193]. The fruits are up to 2.5cm long[193].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known