Shittamwood

Bumelia lycioides

Physical Characteristics

Bumelia lycioides is a deciduous Tree growing to 8 m (26ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7. It is in flower from August to September, and the seeds ripen from October to November. 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 and can grow in saline soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

South-eastern N. America - Virginia to Florida, west to Indiana and Texas.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Secondary; Sunny Edge;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Fruit Edible Uses: Fruit[177]. No further details. The fruit has a thick flesh and is about 10mm in diameter[82, 200].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known