Aaron's rod (Thermopsis villosa)

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

Thermopsis villosa is a PERENNIAL growing to 1.5 m (5ft) by 0.7 m (2ft 4in) at a slow rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It can fix Nitrogen. It is noted for attracting wildlife. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid and neutral soils and can grow in very acid soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade.

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

Woodland clearings, open meadows, prairies, road banks and disturbed fields. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)