Horny Conebush (Isopogon ceratophyllus)

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

Isopogon ceratophyllus is a SHRUB growing to 0.6 m (2ft) by 1 m (3ft 3in). It is in flower from March to July. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

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

Grows mostly in sclerophyll forest, woodland or heathland, in sand or sandy soils. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)