Euchroma Arnebia (Arnebia euchroma)

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

Arnebia euchroma is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.3 m (1ft). It is in flower from June to August, and the seeds ripen from July to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade.

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

Open slopes and rocks, only in the drier areas of the Himalayas, 3300 - 4500 metres. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)