Dankobai, Shui-luo-po
Lindera obtusiloba
Family: Lauraceae
What it is like
A spreading deciduous shrub or small tree. It can grow 9 m tall. The branches are grey-yellow and can be flushed with purple. The leaves can have smooth edges or have 3 lobes. The leaves turn golden in autumn. The flowers are small and star-shaped. They are green-yellow and crowded in groups on the previous years growth. The fruit are glossy and dark red to black.
There are about 100 Lindera species.
Where it is found
It is a temperate climate plant. It suits hardiness zones 6-9. Burnie Rhodo gardens. In Sichuan and Yunnan.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Australia, Bhutan, Canada, China (country/location of origin), Himalayas, India, Japan (country/location of origin), Korea, Nepal, North America, Tasmania
How it is used for food
Young buds, flowers and leaves are used as a tea substitute. The leaves are fried and served as a ceremonial dish.
Edible parts
Leaves - spice, flowers - spice
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Saenggangnamu