Lady's Hand (Cyanella orchidiformis)

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

Cyanella orchidiformis is a BULB growing to 0.3 m (1ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9 and is frost tender. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. Suitable for: light (sandy) 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: Roots/Tubers

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Bulb - cooked. — Harvested fresh in season according to PFAF botanical monograph.

Habitat & North American Range

Rocky flats to lower and middle slopes, often in wet sites. (Zone 8)