Rosilla (Helenium puberulum)

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

Helenium puberulum is a ANNUAL/PERENNIAL growing to 1.5 m (5ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in flower from August to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, Lepidoptera (Moths & Butterflies). It is noted for attracting wildlife. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Spring, Early Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Leaves and flowering heads - raw. — Leaves and flowering heads - raw.

Habitat & North American Range

Moist meadows, marshes, slough banks etc, below 600 metres in California. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)