Morning Brides (Chaenactis douglasii)

Family: Asteraceae or Compositae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Chaenactis douglasii is a BIENNIAL/PERENNIAL growing to 0.4 m (1ft 4in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7. It is in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

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 to medium-moist soils along roadsides, waste places and hillsides, especially where the soil has been disturbed. (Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)