Blue Funnel Lily (Androstephium caeruleum)

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

Androstephium caeruleum is a BULB growing to 0.2 m (0ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in flower from April to May. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Roots/Tubers

Harvest Seasons: Late Summer, Fall, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Bulb. No more details are given, but the bulb is rather small, usually less than 25mm in diameter. — No more details are given, but the bulb is rather small, usually less than 25mm in diameter.

Habitat & North American Range

Prairies and grassy slopes, frequently in rocky areas at elevations of 100 - 800 metres. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)