Spanish Nut

Gynandriris sisyrinchium

Physical Characteristics

Gynandriris sisyrinchium is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.2 m (0ft 8in) by 0.1 m (0ft 4in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in flower from May to June. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in heavy clay soil. Suitable pH: neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very alkaline soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.

Distribution

Europe - Mediterranean.

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Root Edible Uses: Condiment The root is edible raw or cooked and is also used as a spice[2, 105, 177]. Some caution is advised, see the notes above on toxicity.

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

Possibly poisonous[65].