Mountain Groundsel (Senecio sylvaticus)

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

Senecio sylvaticus is a ANNUAL growing to 0.6 m (2ft) by 0.6 m (2ft in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is 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 Bees, flies. The plant is self-fertile. It is noted for attracting wildlife.

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

In open vegetation on non-calcareous sandy or gravelly soils, dry heaths and commons. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)