Magellanica Gunnera (Gunnera magellanica)

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

Gunnera magellanica is a PERENNIAL. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7. It is in flower from July to August. The species is dioecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but only one sex is to be found on any one plant so both male and female plants must be grown if seed is required). . The plant is not self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

One report says that the fruit might be edible. The fruit is about 5mm in diameter. — One report says that the fruit might be edible.; The fruit is about 5mm in diameter.

Habitat & North American Range

Damp grassy places. Moist sheltered places from sea-level to 1000 metres. (Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)