Pignut

Conopodium majus

Conopodium

Apiaceae

Edibles & Herbs

Pignut is a charming native British wildflower with delicate white umbel blooms and an edible tuberous root prized since ancient times. It prefers partial shade in humus-rich, well-drained soil and does best when left undisturbed to naturalize. This species is ideal for woodland garden settings and rewilding projects.

Care Requirements

Care Level

Moderate

Sun

Partial Shade

Water

Moderate

Growth Rate

Moderate

Mature Height

—

Life Cycle

Perennial

Spacing

12″

Watering Schedule

Every 7-10 Days • Water Moderately; Allow The Top Inch Of Soil To Dry Slightly Between Waterings

Soil pH

5 – 5.5

Ecology & Origin

Native to

Belgium

Corse

France

Great Britain

Ireland

Italy

Morocco

Norway

Portugal

Sicilia

Spain

Attracts

🐝 Bees

🐝 Butterflies

🐝 Moths

Safety & Use

🍳 Culinary

Sources

Data: trefle

Image: trefle.io — Taken May 3, 2021 by Alain Bigou (cc-by-sa)

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