Giant Fennel (Ferula communis)

Family: Apiaceae or Umbelliferae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Ferula communis is a PERENNIAL growing to 2.5 m (8ft) by 1 m (3ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8 and is not frost tender. It is in flower in June. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Flies. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Leaves. No further details are given. — No further details are given.

Habitat & North American Range

Dry hills, walls, waste ground and limestone, often in soils that are damp in the spring. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)