Crocifolia Viper's Grass (Scorzonera crocifolia)

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

Scorzonera crocifolia is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.5 m (1ft 8in). The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. 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. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Leaves - raw or cooked. The leaves can be used in salads or cooked like spinach. — Leaves - raw or cooked.; The leaves can be used in salads or cooked like spinach.

Habitat & North American Range

Dry rocky places from Greece to the Aegean. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)