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Baurii Hesperantha (Hesperantha baurii)
Family: Iridaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)
Hesperantha baurii is a CORM growing to 0.2 m (0ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, moths. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.
Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons
Edible Parts: Roots/Tubers
Harvest Seasons: Fall, Spring, Winter
Flavor & Culinary Uses
Root. No more details are given. — No more details are given.
Habitat & North American Range
Moist grassland to 2450 metres. (Zone 8)