Nervosa Codonopsis (Codonopsis nervosa)

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

Codonopsis nervosa is a PERENNIAL. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, wasps. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid and neutral 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

Upper subalpine and lower alpine zone. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)