Aquilegia brevistyla

Family: Ranunculaceae

What it is like

A herb. It keeps growing from year to year. It grows 90 cm tall.

Where it is found

It grows in open woodlands from 800-3,500 m above sea level. It can grow in a range of well-drained soils. It can tolerate light shade. It is best in moist soil. It suits hardiness zone 2.

Countries/locations it is found in

Alaska, North America, USA

How it is used for food

The flowers are eaten raw. They can be added to salads.

Edible parts

Flowers

How it is grown

Plants can be grown from seed. They can be transplanted. Plants can also be divided.

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Aquilegia vulgaris var. brevistyla (Hook.) A. Gray; and others