Creeping Lady's Tresses (Goodyera repens)

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

Goodyera repens is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.3 m (1ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Humble bees. The plant is not self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

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

Locally in pine woods, rarely under birch or on moist fixed dunes in northern Britain. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)