Mountain Tulipa (Tulipa montana)

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

Tulipa montana is a BULB growing to 0.1 m (0ft 4in) at a slow rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower from April to June, and the seeds ripen in June. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Roots/Tubers

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Bulb - cooked. It can be dried, ground into a powder and then mixed with cereals when making bread etc. — It can be dried, ground into a powder and then mixed with cereals when making bread etc.

Habitat & North American Range

Rocky and stony hills to 3000 metres. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)