Heterophyllum Hemiphragma (Hemiphragma heterophyllum)

Family: Scrophulariaceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Hemiphragma heterophyllum is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.1 m (0ft 4in) by 1 m (3ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in flower from July to August, and the seeds ripen from August to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Fruit - raw. The bright red ripe fruits are eaten fresh. — The bright red ripe fruits are eaten fresh.

Habitat & North American Range

Dry slopes, forest and scrub at elevations of 1800 - 4000 metres. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)