Kerguelen Cabbage
Pringlea antiscorbutica
Family: Brassicaceae
What it is like
A cabbage family herb. The underground stems or rhizomes reach 1.2 m. It has a ring of cabbage like leaves. These heads of leaves can be 46 cm across. The flower arises from the base and slightly to one side. The flower often lacks petals but may have 1-4 pink petals.
There is only one Pringlea species.
Where it is found
It grows in Antarctic regions. It grows on Kerguelen and Crozet islands. Here it grows from sea level to 610 m altitude. Hobart Botanical Gardens.
Countries/locations it is found in
Antarctica, Australia, Crozet, Heard Island, Kerguelen Island, Tasmania
How it is used for food
The roots taste like horseradish.
Edible parts
Leaves, roots