Water Violet (Hottonia palustris)

Family: Primulaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Hottonia palustris is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.9 m (3ft) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower from May to June. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects, Cleistogomy (self-pollinating without flowers ever opening). The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils.

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

Ponds and ditches. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)