Plant Details

Bunium bulbocastanum

Pig nut

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General Information

Scientific name: Bunium bulbocastanum
Also known as: Pig nut

Plant Properties

Layer: Herbaceous, Ground cover
Size: Small
Height: 0.60 m
Width: 0.30 m
Growth Rate: None
Leaf: None

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 4-8
Soil Moisture:
Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acidic Neutral Alkaline
Light:
Full sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Leaves, Condiment, Root
Edibility:
(4)
Medicinal:
(1)
Features:
None

Description

The root of the plant can be eaten both raw and cooked. The small tubers have a delicious flavor that resembles wild chestnuts when cooked, but they are difficult to harvest. The seeds and flowers of the plant are used as a flavoring, a kind of substitute for cumin. The leaves can be eaten both raw and cooked and serve as a garnish and seasoning, similar to parsley.

Harvest Data

Start Harvest: 01/09
End of Harvest: 31/10