Narcissus-Flowered Anemone (Anemone narcissiflora)

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

Anemone narcissiflora is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.6 m (2ft) by 0.5 m (1ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 3. It is in flower in May, and the seeds ripen from June to July. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, flies. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves, Roots/Tubers

Harvest Seasons: Spring, Early Summer, Late Summer, Fall, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Leaves - raw or cooked. The leaves , together with other salad greens and oil, were beaten to a creamy consistency and frozen into an 'ice cream'.Some caution is advised, see the notes above on toxicity. Root - raw. — Leaves - raw or cooked.; The leaves , together with other salad greens and oil, were beaten to a creamy consistency and frozen into an 'ice cream'.Some caution is advised, see the notes above on toxicity.; The upper root ends have been used for food.; Some caution is advised, see the notes above on toxicity.

Habitat & North American Range

Grassy, peaty but well-drained alpine meadows, occasionally in partial shade. (Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7)