Fugax Moraea (Moraea fugax)

Family: Iridaceae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Moraea fugax is a CORM growing to 0.5 m (1ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9 and is frost tender. It is in flower from August to September, and the seeds ripen in September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Roots/Tubers

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Late Summer, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

flavour that is like sweet chestnuts or potatoes. — Palatable and nourishing, with a flavour that is like sweet chestnuts or potatoes.

Habitat & North American Range

Flat land and mountain slopes. Deep sandy soils, rocky sandstone and granitic soils. (Zone 8)