Bellwort (Uvularia perfoliata)

Family: Uvulariaceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Uvularia perfoliata is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.4 m (1ft 4in) by 0.3 m (1ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 4. It is in flower from May to June. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves, Shoots, Roots/Tubers

Harvest Seasons: Spring, Early Summer, Late Summer, Fall, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Young shoots - cooked. They are a very good substitute for asparagus. Root - cooked. — Young shoots - cooked.; They are a very good substitute for asparagus.

Habitat & North American Range

Moist woodland and scrub in acid to circumneutral soils from sea level to 1000 metres. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)