Philadelphia Fleabane (Erigeron philadelphicus)

Family: Asteraceae or Compositae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Erigeron philadelphicus is a BIENNIAL/PERENNIAL growing to 0.7 m (2ft 4in) by 0.3 m (1ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 2. It is in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Lepidoptera (Moths & Butterflies), bees, Apomictic (reproduce by seeds formed without sexual fusion).

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

Thickets. Fields and woods. Low prairies and streambanks, often on calcareous clays. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)