Mahonia japonica (Berberidaceae) Evergreen shrub

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Mahonia japonica
Evergreen shrub
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The Mahonia japonica plant species is found in E. Asia - China, Taiwan. It is a member of the Berberidaceae family.

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Latin Name:  Mahonia japonica
Family:  Berberidaceae
Author:  (Thunb.)DC.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  2   Mature Width:  3

Habitat:  Damp woodlands in upland areas[147, 200]. Not found in a truly wild situation, this species is possibly only a cultigen.

Edible Uses: Fruit - raw or cooked. An acid flavour, but it is rather nice raw especially when added to muesli or porridge[K]. Unfortunately, there is relatively little flesh and a lot of seeds[K]. The ovoid fruit is about 9mm long[200], it ripens in spring and crops can be quite good if the plant is in a sheltered position[K]. The fruit is produced in large clusters and so is easy to harvest[K].

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