Barley Mitchell Grass (Astrebla pectinata)

Family: Poaceae or Gramineae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Astrebla pectinata is a PERENNIAL growing to 1 m (3ft 3in). The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Wind. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Seed. Other species in the genus can also be used. — Other species in the genus can also be used.

Habitat & North American Range

Red loam or dark brown clay soils in Western Australia. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)