Yellow Penstemon (Penstemon confertus)

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

Penstemon confertus is an evergreen Perennial growing to 0.6 m (2ft) by 0.3 m (1ft in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 3. It is in leaf all year, in flower from July to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Spring, Early Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

A tea-like beverage is made by boiling the dried leaves and stems for a short time. If made too strong, it can have a purgative effect on the body. — A tea-like beverage is made by boiling the dried leaves and stems for a short time.; If made too strong, it can have a purgative effect on the body.

Habitat & North American Range

Fairly moist open or wooded places, often in meadows or by streams, in lowland and foothills to moderate elevations in the Rockies. Dry sandy pinewoods. (Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7)