Bastard Stone-Parsley (Sison amomum)

Family: Apiaceae or Umbelliferae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Sison amomum is a BIENNIAL growing to 1 m (3ft 3in). It is in flower from July to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very alkaline soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Roots/Tubers

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

taste like celery. — It is said to taste like celery.; The aromatic leaves and seed are used as a condiment.; The fresh seeds have a nauseous smell.

Habitat & North American Range

Hedgebanks and roadsides, usually on calcareous soils. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)