Stiff greenthread (Thelesperma trifidum)

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

Thelesperma trifidum is a ANNUAL/BIENNIAL growing to 1 m (3ft 3in). It is in flower from June to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. 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 cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Spring, Early Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

A tea is made from the leaves. — A tea is made from the leaves.

Habitat & North American Range

Calcareous barrens and plains. Dry soils. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)