White comfrey (Symphytum orientale)

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

Symphytum orientale is a deciduous Perennial growing to 0.8 m (2ft 6in) by 0.5 m (1ft 8in) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 4. The flowers are pollinated by Bees. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in heavy clay 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. Other species in this family have some edible uses but we could find no information for Symphytum orientale. — Other species in this family have some edible uses but we could find no information for Symphytum orientale.

Habitat & North American Range

Hedgerows and copses, on lane sides, by roads and railways, on waste ground. It is often naturalised, and sometimes regenerates from seed. (Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)