Masterwort (Peucedanum ostruthium)

Family: Apiaceae or Umbelliferae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Peucedanum ostruthium is a PERENNIAL growing to 1.2 m (4ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from June to August. 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. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

flavouring. — Used as a potherb or as a flavouring.; The aromatic roots can be used as a flavouring.; They are said to taste hotter than pepper.; A particularly popular drink is made from the fermented roots.

Habitat & North American Range

Woodland, damp fields, river banks and mountain meadows. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)