Jin Qian Cao (Lysimachia christiniae)

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

Lysimachia christiniae is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.3 m (1ft) by 0.5 m (1ft 8in). It is in flower from May to July. 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 and can grow in heavy clay soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) 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

Grassy thickets along roadsides. Damp areas along streamsides, open forests and forest margins at elevations of 500 - 2300 metres. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)