Culen (Psoralea glandulosa)

Family: Fabaceae or Leguminosae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Psoralea glandulosa is a deciduous Shrub growing to 3 m (9ft 10in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in flower from May to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. It can fix Nitrogen. 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: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

delicious carbonated beverage can be made from the boiled leaves. — The leaves are used as a tea substitute.; A delicious carbonated beverage can be made from the boiled leaves.; The young shoots are used in making a refreshing cold drink.; It is very good.

Habitat & North American Range

Humid areas between Coquimbo and Valdivia in Chile, but it is never abundant. (Zone 8)