Milkmaids

Burchardia umbellata

Physical Characteristics

Burchardia umbellata is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.6 m (2ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in flower in May. 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. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.

Distribution

Australia - New South Wales, Queensland, Tasmania, Victoria.

Habitats

Cultivated Beds; South Wall. By. West Wall. By.

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Root Edible Uses: Root - raw or cooked[193]. Starchy but a non-descript flavour[144]. Pleasantly starchy, much like raw potato[193].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known