Opopanax (Opopanax chironium)

Family: Apiaceae or Umbelliferae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Opopanax chironium is a PERENNIAL growing to 1.8 m (6ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6 and is not frost tender. It is in leaf from October to August, in flower from June to July, and the seeds ripen in August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. The plant is self-fertile.

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

Stony ground, olive groves, vineyards etc. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)