Javanica Codonopsis (Codonopsis javanica)

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

Codonopsis javanica is a PERENNIAL CLIMBER. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

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

Hillsides and damp fertile ground by streams. Meadows and waste lands, also found along the edges of forests in mountainous areas. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)