Hemerocallis middendorffii esculenta
Hemerocallis middendorffii esculentafam. Asclepiadaceae
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Pl. 22E6 — Hemerocallis middendorffii esculenta
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Overview
Hemerocallis middendorffii esculenta, a perennial plant native to Japan, is known for its edible flowers, leaves, and shoots. This plant thrives in full sun to partial shade, tolerating both dry and moist conditions, making it adaptable to various soil types including light (sandy), medium, and heavy (clay). It prefers a pH range of 4.8 to 8 and is hardy in zones 4-8. Standing at about 0.5 meters tall, this plant stands out with its versatile uses in the kitchen, where its parts can be enjoyed fresh or cooked.
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What is Hemerocallis middendorffii esculenta?
Hemerocallis middendorffii esculenta, a perennial plant native to Japan, is known for its edible flowers, leaves, and shoots. This plant thrives in full sun to partial shade, tolerating both dry and moist conditions, making it adaptable to various soil types including light (sandy), medium, and heavy (clay).
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VCultivation
Cultivation
Hemerocallis middendorffii esculenta thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist to dry conditions, making it adaptable to various light levels. It grows best in soils that are light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay) with a pH range of 4.8–8. This perennial is hardy in temperate regions from zones 4-8 and reaches heights of about 0.5 meters. Edible parts include the flowers, leaves, and shoots, which can be harvested throughout the growing season.
Light
Full sun, Partial sun/shade
Water
Dry, Moist
Soil
Light (sandy), Medium, Heavy (clay)
Hardiness
4-8
Life cycle
Perennial
Mature size
0.5 m tall
Soil pH
4.8–8
For first-time growers
How to grow Hemerocallis middendorffii esculenta for the first time
8steps
Start with Skip by planting it in a sunny spot and providing basic care.
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What you'll need
Skip plants, well-draining soil, mulch, watering can.
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Best time to plant
Plant Skip in early spring or late fall when the weather is cooler.
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Soil and container prep
Ensure the soil is light (sandy), medium, or heavy with a pH between 4.8–8. Amend as needed.
- 4
Sowing or transplanting
Transplant Skip from nursery pots into your garden or containers, spacing them about 30 cm apart.
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First two weeks
Water the plants regularly to help them establish, but avoid overwatering. Keep the soil moist but not soggy.
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Ongoing care
Provide full sun or partial shade and water when the soil feels dry. Fertilize sparingly in spring.
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Harvest or pruning
Prune dead leaves and spent flowers to maintain a neat appearance and encourage new growth.
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Common mistakes
Overwatering, planting in heavy shade, using the wrong soil type, not providing enough space between plants.
VIEdible & utility
Edible & utility
Edible parts:FlowersLeavesShoots
Edible uses: The Hemerocallis middendorffii esculenta is edible and can be enjoyed in various forms. Its flowers, leaves, and shoots are commonly consumed. The flowers can be eaten raw or cooked, while the leaves and shoots are often used fresh in salads or prepared as a potherb. These parts of the plant thrive in well-drained soil with partial to full sun exposure.
Other uses:Weaving material
Contextrange · companions · related
VIIDistribution
1 native · 0 introduced
Distribution
1 native · 0 introducedDistribution across1 continent· 1 native
Asia1 region
native (1)Japan
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