Spanish Nut (Gynandriris sisyrinchium)

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

Gynandriris sisyrinchium is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.2 m (0ft 8in) by 0.1 m (0ft 4in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in flower from May to June. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in heavy clay soil. Suitable pH: neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very alkaline soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Roots/Tubers

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

The root is edible raw or cooked and is also used as a spice. Some caution is advised, see the notes above on toxicity. — The root is edible raw or cooked and is also used as a spice.; Some caution is advised, see the notes above on toxicity.

Habitat & North American Range

Dry places near the coast and up to 2,000 metres. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)