Water Starwort (Callitriche hermaphroditica)

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

Callitriche hermaphroditica is an evergreen Perennial growing to 0.3 m (1ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in leaf all year, in flower from May to September, and the seeds ripen from August to October. The species is monoecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but both sexes can be found on the same plant) and is pollinated by Water. It is noted for attracting wildlife.

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

Ponds and lakes to 380 metres in Yorkshire. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)