Hairy Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon trichocalyx)

Family: Hydrophyllaceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Eriodictyon trichocalyx is an evergreen Shrub growing to 2 m (6ft 7in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in leaf all year. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy) 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: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

The fresh or dried leaves have been used as a tea. The leaves have been used as a wayside nibble to quench the thirst. — The fresh or dried leaves have been used as a tea.; The leaves have been used as a wayside nibble to quench the thirst.

Habitat & North American Range

Dry hills. (Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)