Hypocistus Cytinus (Cytinus hypocistus)

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

Cytinus hypocistus is a . 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

Young plant - cooked. An asparagus substitute. — Young plant - cooked.; An asparagus substitute.

Habitat & North American Range

Maquis and garigue, parasitic on the roots of several species but especially Cistus species. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)