Sacapellote (Acourtia microcephala)

Family: Asteraceae or Compositae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Acourtia microcephala is a PERENNIAL growing to 1.4 m (4ft 7in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade.

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

Dry sunny slopes. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)