Bigroot Geranium (Geranium macrorrhizum)

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

Geranium macrorrhizum is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.5 m (1ft 8in) by 0.6 m (2ft) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 4 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from June to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. 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, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

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

Habitat & North American Range

Amongst limestone rocks, screes, in woods and scrub to 2100 metres. Shady places, especially in mountains. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)