Fiddleneck (Phacelia tanacetifolia)

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

Phacelia tanacetifolia is a ANNUAL growing to 0.6 m (2ft) by 0.3 m (1ft in). It is not frost tender. It is in leaf from May to September, in flower from July to September, and the seeds ripen from August to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. It is noted for attracting wildlife. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil.

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

Open flats and slopes below 1200 metres. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)