Maori Onion (Bulbinella hookeri)

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

Bulbinella hookeri is a BULB growing to 0.7 m (2ft 4in) by 0.3 m (1ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid and neutral soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Roots/Tubers

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Root - fleshy. No further details are given. — No further details are given.

Habitat & North American Range

Northern slopes and damp places from lowland to sub-alpine pastures on North and South Islands south to latitude 42° south. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)