Baboon Root (Babiana plicata)

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

Babiana plicata is a CORM growing to 0.2 m (0ft 8in) by 0.1 m (0ft 4in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in flower from May to June. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Roots/Tubers

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Corm - boiled. It is 2 - 3cm in diameter. — It is 2 - 3cm in diameter.

Habitat & North American Range

Sandy soils on flat land and mountain sides. (Zone 8)