Scorpion Senna (Coronilla emerus)

Family: Fabaceae or Leguminosae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Coronilla emerus is an evergreen Shrub growing to 2.7 m (8ft 10in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in leaf all year, in flower from May to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. It can fix Nitrogen. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor 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

Thin woodland and rocky places in limestone hills. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)