Wild Coffee (Triosteum perfoliatum)

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

Triosteum perfoliatum is a PERENNIAL growing to 1 m (3ft 3in) by 0.6 m (2ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower from June to July. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils. 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: Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

taste vary wildly. — The dried and roasted seeds have been used as a coffee substitute.; Opinions on the taste vary wildly.

Habitat & North American Range

Rich soils. Shady positions in forests on limestone soils. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)