Water Mat (Chrysosplenium americanum)

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

Chrysosplenium americanum is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.1 m (0ft 4in) by 0.5 m (1ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 3. It is in flower from April to May. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Beetles, flies. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Used as a spice in salads. — Used as a spice in salads.

Habitat & North American Range

Acid soils in springheads, rills and cold wet places. (Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7)