Meadowrue (Thalictrum polycarpum)

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

Thalictrum polycarpum is a PERENNIAL growing to 1.8 m (6ft). It is in flower from April to June. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects, wind. 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 can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

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

Mixed evergreen and oak forests, mainly below 750 metres in California. Streamsides and other moist places, forests, and open woodlands at elevations of 600 - 3100 metres. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)