Caucasicum Sempervivum (Sempervivum caucasicum)

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

Sempervivum caucasicum is an evergreen Perennial growing to 0.2 m (0ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in leaf all year, in flower from July to August, and the seeds ripen from August to September. 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

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Leaves - raw. — Harvested fresh in season according to PFAF botanical monograph.

Habitat & North American Range

Sandy and calcareous soils, schistose rocks in alpine and sub-alpine zones. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)