Aciphylla glacialis

Family: Apiaceae

What it is like

A shrub or small tree. It grows 5 m tall. There are prickles along the stem. The leaves are twice divided and there are 8-18 pairs of pinnae. There are up to 50 pairs of pinnules on each pinnae. The flowers are yellow. They are in large clusters at the ends of branches. The pods are flattened.

Where it is found

It needs full sun and good drainage.

Countries/locations it is found in

Australia, New Zealand

How it is used for food

The young shoots are steamed and used in soups. The roots are also eaten.

Edible parts

Roots, leaves

How it is grown

Plants can be grown from seeds.

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Gingidium glaciale F. Muell.;