Alstroemeria (Alstroemeria ligtu)

Family: Amaryllidaceae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Alstroemeria lilies, native to South America, are suitable for cut flowers. Often given on Valentine's Day they have long lasting attractive flowers that represent friendship and devotion. The root can be eaten once cooked. The roots are a source of a palatable starch and are very nutritious.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Roots/Tubers

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Late Summer, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Root - cooked. The roots are a source of a palatable starch. It is very nutritious and is given to children and invalids. — The roots are a source of a palatable starch.; It is very nutritious and is given to children and invalids.

Habitat & North American Range

Dry scrub in rocky sandy soils. (Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)