Foxtail Lily

Eremurus spectabilis

Physical Characteristics

Eremurus spectabilis is a PERENNIAL growing to 1 m (3ft 3in) by 0.6 m (2ft) at a slow rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6 and is not frost tender. It is in flower in June. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. The plant is self-fertile. 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. It prefers dry or moist soil and can tolerate drought.

Distribution

E. Asia - Siberia.

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Shoots Edible Uses: Gum Young shoots - cooked[46, 61, 74]. Considered to be a delicacy in Siberia, the flavour is intermediate between purslane and spinach[2]. It is by no means a disagreeable vegetable[2].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known