Purple stoneseed (Lithospermum multiflorum)

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

Lithospermum multiflorum is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.5 m (1ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 3. It is in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very alkaline soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Nuts/Seeds

Harvest Seasons: Late Summer, Fall, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

The seeds have been used for food. — The seeds have been used for food.

Habitat & North American Range

Gravelly soils in Texas, 1800 - 3600 metres, mainly in the juniper and pine belts. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)