Widewing Springparsley (Cymopterus purpurescens)

Family: Apiaceae or Umbelliferae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Cymopterus purpurescens is a PERENNIAL. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Roots/Tubers

Harvest Seasons: Late Summer, Fall, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Sweeter than a parsnip. — Sweeter than a parsnip.

Habitat & North American Range

Rocky limestone hills, 1300 - 2100 metres in California. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)