Valeriana macrosiphon (Centranthus macrosiphon)

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

Centranthus macrosiphon is a ANNUAL growing to 0.6 m (2ft). It is in flower in July, and the seeds ripen in August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, Lepidoptera (Moths & Butterflies). It is noted for attracting wildlife. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves, Flowers

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

taste to corn salad (Valerianella locusta) but with a slight bitterness that gives them a more distinct and agreeable flavour. — Added to salads, the leaves have a similar taste to corn salad (Valerianella locusta) but with a slight bitterness that gives them a more distinct and agreeable flavour.

Habitat & North American Range

Rocky and waste places. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)