Indian Rush-Pea (Hoffmannseggia densiflora)

Indian Rush-Pea (Hoffmannseggia densiflora)
no rights reserved

At a glance

Lifecycle
Perennial (hardy)
Exposure
Full sun

Cultivation

We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain. However, judging by its native range, it could succeed outdoors at least in the milder areas of the country. The plant is likely to require a sunny position and to succeed in alkaline and heavy soils[K].

Propagation

Seed -

Edible uses

Tuber - roasted.

Habitat

Heavy, alkaline soils below 900 metres.

Native range

South-western N. America - California to Texas and Mexico.