Bamboo Fern (Coniogramme japonica)

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

Coniogramme japonica is an evergreen Fern growing to 0.4 m (1ft 4in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in leaf all year. 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

Woods in low mountains of central and southern Japan. Grows on the floor of dense forests. (Zone 8)