Pirri-Pirri Bur (Acaenia anserinifolia)

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

Acaenia anserinifolia is an evergreen Perennial growing to 0.1 m (0ft 4in) by 1 m (3ft 3in) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6 and is not frost tender. It is in leaf all year, in flower from June to July. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Wind. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

The leaves are used as a substitute for tea. — The leaves are used as a substitute for tea.

Habitat & North American Range

Open positions from lowland to the montane zone in North, South and Stewart Islands of New Zealand. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)