Aromatica Ageratina (Ageratina aromatica)

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

Ageratina aromatica is a PERENNIAL growing to 1.5 m (5ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 4. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Roots/Tubers

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

aromatic and suggests that it could be edible. — One report says that the root is aromatic and suggests that it could be edible.

Habitat & North American Range

Dry woods, thickets and clearings. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)