Pasque Flower (Pulsatilla patens)

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

Pulsatilla patens is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.5 m (1ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 4. It is in flower from March to May. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) 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, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

None known. — Harvested fresh in season according to PFAF botanical monograph.

Habitat & North American Range

Sparse pine forests and dry sunny slopes. Grassy slopes, mountain slopes under forests at around 1100 metres in northern China. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)