Native Crowsfoot, Blue Heron’s Bill, Blue crowsfoot
Erodium crinitum
Family: Geraniaceae
What it is like
A small herb. The stems can hang down or curve up. They are hairy. The leaves are 1.5-4 cm long by 1.5-3 cm wide. They have a leaf stalk. Leaves have 3 main lobes and teeth along the edge. The flowers occur in groups of 2-6. They are 1.5 cm across. They are blue with yellow or white veins.
There are about 200 Erodium species.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant. It grows on sandy or clay soils. It is normally in open locations. They need well drained soil. It is hardy to frost and extended dry periods.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia (country/location of origin), Tasmania (country/location of origin)
How it is used for food
The rhizomes are cooked and eaten.
Edible parts
Root, leaves, seeds
How it is grown
Plants can be grown from seed or cuttings.
Its other names
Local names
Corkscrew, Large parson's bands. Smooth leaf parson's bands