Staphylea bumalda
Basic Information
Family: Staphyleaceae
Genus: staphylea
Plant ID (slug): staphylea-bumalda
Numeric ID: 4819
USDA Hardiness: 4-8
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Staphylea bumalda is a deciduous Tree growing to 1.8 m (6ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 4. It is in flower from May to June, and the seeds ripen from September to November. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. 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, Japan, Korea.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade; Shady Edge;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Leaves Edible Uses: Young leaves - cooked[105, 177, 179].
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Staphylea bumalda PFAF Plant Database
Meta Description: Staphylea bumalda is a deciduous Tree growing to 1.8 m (6ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 4. It is in flower from May to June, and the seeds ripen from September to November. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. 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.