Adderstongue (Erythronium multiscapideum)

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

Erythronium multiscapideum is a BULB growing to 0.3 m (1ft). It is not frost tender. It is in flower from April to May, and the seeds ripen from June to July. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland). It prefers moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Roots/Tubers

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Although no specific mention has been found for this species, most if not all members of the genus provide edible bulbs. The narrow bulb is up to 5cm long. — Although no specific mention has been found for this species, most if not all members of the genus provide edible bulbs.; The narrow bulb is up to 5cm long.

Habitat & North American Range

Grows on slopes in yellow pine forest and woodlands in the foothills from sea level to elevations of 550 metres. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)