Ground Nut (Panax trifolius)

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

Panax trifolius is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.2 m (0ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 3. It is in leaf from April to June, in flower in April. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in full shade (deep woodland) or semi-shade (light woodland).

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Roots/Tubers

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Late Summer, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

taste after being boiled. — A very palatable taste after being boiled.; When cold it has a taste somewhat like nuts.

Habitat & North American Range

Rich woods and damp clearings. (Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7)