Mouse-Ear Hawkweed (Pilosella officinarum)

Family: Asteraceae or Compositae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Pilosella officinarum is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.2 m (0ft 8in) by 0.2 m (0ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from May to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. It is noted for attracting wildlife.

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

Upland pastures, meadows, heaths, banks, on walls etc, usually on dry soil. It is also found as a weed of lawns. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)