Spiny Ironplant (Haplopappus spinulosus)

Family: Asteraceae or Compositae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Haplopappus spinulosus is an evergreen Shrub growing to 0.6 m (2ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 2. It is in leaf all year, in flower in August, and the seeds ripen in September. 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, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor 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

Prairies and plains in dry open places. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)