Little Bellwort
Uvularia sessilifolia
Family: Colchicaceae
What it is like
A herb. It has strap like leaves without a leaf stalk. The flowers are narrowly bell shaped and yellow.
There are 5 Uvularia species. Also put in the family Uvulariaceae.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant. It suits hardiness zone 3-8.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia, North America, USA
How it is used for food
The young tender shoots are cooked and served like asparagus. The rootstocks are cooked or used in diet drinks.
Edible parts
Leaves, root
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Little merry bells