Globe Springparsley

Cymopterus globosus

Physical Characteristics

Cymopterus globosus is a PERENNIAL. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. The plant is self-fertile. 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.

Distribution

South-western N. America - California to Utah.

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Root Edible Uses: Root - raw or cooked[46, 61, 105]. A pleasant taste[161]. Leaves[46, 61, 105]. No further details but they are probably used cooked and are likely to be aromatic.

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known