Mahonia aquifolium
Oregon Grape
Explore the size, hardiness, soil, light, edible uses and harvest period of Mahonia aquifolium.
General Information
Plant Properties
Growth conditions
Well-drained, Moist
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Acidic Neutral Alkaline
Shade, Partial shade, Full sun
Usage properties
Flowers, Fruit, Sap
Dye, Hedge, Ground cover, Fragrant
Description
Fruit - raw or cooked. The fruit is almost the size of a black currant and grows in large clusters, making it easy to harvest. The fruit has a sour taste and can be delicious eaten raw, especially when added to porridge or muesli. Unfortunately, the fruit contains relatively little flesh and many seeds, although some plants have larger and juicier fruits. Cooked, the fruit tastes a bit like black currants. The fruit can be dried and stored for later use. Flowers - raw. They can also be used to make a lemonade-like drink.