Vestita Filipendula (Filipendula vestita)

Family: Rosaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Filipendula vestita is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.8 m (2ft 7in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower from June to August, and the seeds ripen from June to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, flies, beetles. The plant is self-fertile. It is noted for attracting wildlife.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

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

Flavor & Culinary Uses

None known. — Harvested fresh in season according to PFAF botanical monograph.

Habitat & North American Range

Along mountain drains and in taller herbaceous vegetation, 2200 - 2900 metres. Alpine meadows and riverbanks at elevations of 3000 - 3200 metres in Yunnan Povince, China. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)