Yomena Aster (Aster yomena)

Family: Asteraceae or Compositae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Aster yomena is a PERENNIAL growing to 1.5 m (5ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower from August to October, and the seeds ripen from August to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, flies, beetles, Lepidoptera (Moths & Butterflies). The plant is self-fertile.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Leaves and young plants - cooked. — Leaves and young plants - cooked.

Habitat & North American Range

Lowlands, where the soil is moist, especially paddy fields, C. and S. Japan. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)