Tall Thimbleweed (Anemone virginiana)

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

Anemone virginiana is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.6 m (2ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 4. It is in flower in 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. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

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 open woods. Dry, rocky, open woods, thickets and river banks from sea level to 2000 metres. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)