Bifolia Conanthera (Conanthera bifolia)

Family: Tecophilaeaceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Conanthera bifolia is a BULB growing to 0.5 m (1ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in flower in April. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Roots/Tubers

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

pleasant taste, they can be boiled or roasted as a vegetable, or cooked in soups. — A very pleasant taste, they can be boiled or roasted as a vegetable, or cooked in soups.

Habitat & North American Range

Not known. (Zone 8)