Tolmie Startulip (Calochortus tolmiei)

Family: Calochortaceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Calochortus tolmiei is a BULB growing to 0.3 m (1ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 3. It is in flower from April to June. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) 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.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Roots/Tubers

Harvest Seasons: Late Summer, Fall, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

sweet flavour, it can be baked or boiled like potatoes. — Bulb - raw or cooked.; A sweet flavour, it can be baked or boiled like potatoes.

Habitat & North American Range

Dry, usually rocky, soils on brushy slopes. Open stony places in montane coniferous forests, 1000 - 2200 metres. (Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7)