Cernua Pulsatilla (Pulsatilla cernua)

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

Pulsatilla cernua is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.2 m (0ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5. It is in flower from April to May, and the seeds ripen from May to June. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves, Roots/Tubers

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Young leaves and roots - cooked with other foods. Some caution is advised, see the notes above on toxicity. — Young leaves and roots - cooked with other foods.; Some caution is advised, see the notes above on toxicity.

Habitat & North American Range

Grassland in low mountains, C. and S. Japan. Grassy slopes in northern China. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)