Rush Iris (Bobartia indica)

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

Bobartia indica is an evergreen Perennial growing to 0.6 m (2ft) by 0.2 m (0ft 8in) at a slow rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in leaf all year, in flower from March to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. Suitable for: light (sandy) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor soil.

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

Sandy mountain slopes and flats below 500 metres in the south-western Cape. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)