Pyrularia edulis

Physical Characteristics

Pyrularia edulis is a deciduous Tree growing to 5 m (16ft 5in). It is in flower from December to April, and the seeds ripen from August to November. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). 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 - Himalayas.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Fruit Edible Uses: Curdling agent Fruit - raw or cooked[272]. An aromatic flavour, somewhat like a guava (Psidium spp.)[2, 105, 146]. The sap can be used as a rennet to curdle plant milks when making cheese[146].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known