Conanthera bifolia
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Basic Information
Family: Tecophilaeaceae
Genus: conanthera
Plant ID (slug): conanthera-bifolia
Numeric ID: 23704
USDA Hardiness: 8-11
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Conanthera bifolia is a BULB growing to 0.5 m (1ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in flower in April. 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 moist soil.
Distribution
Southern S. America - C. and N. Chile.
Habitats
Cultivated Beds; South Wall. By. West Wall. By.
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Root Edible Uses: Root - cooked[46, 61, 105]. A very pleasant taste, they can be boiled or roasted as a vegetable, or cooked in soups[2].
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Conanthera bifolia