Galbanum (Ferula gummosa)

Family: Apiaceae or Umbelliferae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Ferula gummosa is a PERENNIAL growing to 1 m (3ft 3in) by 1 m (3ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower from May to June, and the seeds ripen from June to August. 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: Fall, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

flavouring. — The gum resin obtained from the root is used as a celery-like food flavouring.

Habitat & North American Range

Herbaceous slopes in steppes. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)