Oxlip (Primula elatior)

Family: Primulaceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Primula elatior is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.3 m (1ft) by 0.2 m (0ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 3 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from April to May, and the seeds ripen from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, Lepidoptera (Moths & Butterflies). The plant is self-fertile.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

mild flavour and are available in late winter. — Young leaves - raw or cooked in soups etc.; They have a mild flavour and are available in late winter.

Habitat & North American Range

Woods and meadows on chalky boulder clay. (Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7)