Plant Details

Symphytum tuberosum

Tuberous comfrey

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Explore the size, hardiness, soil, light, edible uses and harvest period of Symphytum tuberosum.

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General Information

Scientific name: Symphytum tuberosum
Also known as: Tuberous comfrey

Plant Properties

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

Growth conditions

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

Usage properties

Edible part:
Coffee
Edibility:
(2)
Medicinal:
(0)
Features:
Ground cover

Description

The root of the plant is roasted until brown and crispy, then ground finely and used as an alternative to coffee. It has a silky smooth texture that sets it apart from real coffee.

Harvest Data

Start Harvest: 01/05
End of Harvest: 31/10