Japanese Chionographis (Chionographis japonica)

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

Chionographis japonica is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.3 m (1ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7. It is in flower from April to May. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland). It prefers moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Leaves and young plants. No more details are given. — Leaves and young plants.; No more details are given.

Habitat & North American Range

Not known. (Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)