Northern Chainpod (Hedysarum boreale)

Family: Fabaceae or Leguminosae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Hedysarum boreale is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.1 m (0ft 4in) by 0.5 m (1ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 3. It is in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. It can fix Nitrogen. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Roots/Tubers

Harvest Seasons: Late Summer, Fall, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

sweet carrot or liquorice-like flavour. — Young tender roots - raw or cooked.; Sliced and eaten raw, boiled, baked or added to soups.; A sweet carrot or liquorice-like flavour.

Habitat & North American Range

Calcareous gravels and rocky slopes. (Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7)