Transmontane Sand Verbena (Abronia turbinata)

Family: Nyctaginaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Abronia turbinata is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.1 m (0ft 4in) by 0.5 m (1ft 8in). It is in flower from July to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil. The plant can tolerate maritime exposure.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

None known. — Harvested fresh in season according to PFAF botanical monograph.

Habitat & North American Range

Found in Pinyon-Juniper Woodland, Sagebrush Scrub and Creosote Bush Scrub at elevations of 900 - 2500 metres in California. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)