Patrinia triloba

Family: Caprifoliaceae

What it is like

A herb. It grows 30-60 cm high and spreads 30-45 cm wide. There are hairs on the nodes and on the flower stalks. The leaves are divided like fingers on a hand and are heart shaped. The upper leaves have coarse teeth. The flowers are cup shaped and yellow. They are on branched red stems.

Also put in the family Valerianaceae.

Where it is found

It suits hardiness zones 5-8.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, Australia, China, Japan

How it is used for food

The leaves are eaten with salt.

Edible parts

Leaves

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Patrinia palmata Maxim.;