Michay, Calafate
Berberis bidentata
Family: Berberidaceae
What it is like
A shrub. It grows 70 cm high. The leaves have 3 sharp thorns. The flowers are yellow. The fruit are blue.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant. In Chile it grows between 1,000-2,000 m above sea level. It grows in humid area with regular rain. It is often in shady places. It suits hardiness zone 8. It can tolerate low temperatures and some snow.
Countries/locations it is found in
Argentina, Chile, South America
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Seed germination is low.