Common Moonwort (Botrychium lunaria)

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

Botrychium lunaria is a FERN growing to 0.1 m (0ft 4in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 2. The seeds ripen from June to August. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers dry or moist 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

Dry grassland and rock ledges, usually on peaty soils. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)