Cardiocrinum cordatum

Physical Characteristics

Cardiocrinum cordatum is a BULB growing to 1.8 m (6ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7 and is not frost tender. It is in flower in August, and the seeds ripen in September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. 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 can grow in semi-shade (light woodland). It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

E. Asia - Japan.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Dappled Shade; Shady Edge;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Root Edible Uses: An edible starch is obtained from the bulb[46, 61, 105]. Young leaves - cooked. This use will considerably weaken the plant and is not to be recommended in normal situations[46, 61].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known