Western Carrot (Daucus pusillus)

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

Daucus pusillus is a BIENNIAL growing to 0.6 m (2ft) by 0.3 m (1ft in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5 and is not frost tender. The seeds ripen from August to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Flies, beetles. The plant is self-fertile. It is noted for attracting wildlife.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Roots/Tubers

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Root - raw or cooked. — Root - raw or cooked.

Habitat & North American Range

Barrens, plains and dry hills. Streambanks, roadsides and waste areas in Texas. (Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)