Cicutarium Storksbill (Erodium cicutarium bipinnatum)

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

Erodium cicutarium bipinnatum is a ANNUAL/BIENNIAL. It is in flower from June to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, beetles, Lepidoptera (Moths & Butterflies). The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very alkaline soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves, Roots/Tubers

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Root - tuberous. The following report is for E. cicutarium, but is also likely to be true for this sub-species. Young leaves - raw or cooked as a potherb. Tasty and nutritious. — The following report is for E.; cicutarium, but is also likely to be true for this sub-species.; Young leaves - raw or cooked as a potherb.; Tasty and nutritious.

Habitat & North American Range

Maritime sands. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)