Lysichiton camtschatcensis (Lysichiton camtschatcense)

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

Lysichiton camtschatcense is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.8 m (2ft 7in) by 0.6 m (2ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower from February to April. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Young shoots - they must be thoroughly cooked otherwise they are poisonous. — Young shoots - they must be thoroughly cooked otherwise they are poisonous.

Habitat & North American Range

Bogs and wet places, also by ponds and lakes. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)