What are the edible parts of Good King Henry?
The leaves, young shoots, and flower buds of Good King Henry are edible. The leaves can be eaten raw or cooked like spinach. Shoots can be blanched and served like asparagus. Flower buds can be cooked.
Good King Henry (Blitum bonus-henricus) is a hardy perennial herb, historically cultivated for its edible leaves and shoots, offering a spinach-like flavor.
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Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade
Watering
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained, fertile soil
Temperature
Hardy perennial
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Moderate
Full sun to partial shade
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily, but can tolerate some shade.
Moderate
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Well-drained, fertile soil
Hardy perennial
Thrives in temperate climates, tolerating both cold winters and warm summers.
Outdoor
Moderate
Benefits from annual soil enrichment and occasional feeding during growth.
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Vegetable
Plant Place Type
Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Height
0.5-1.2 m
Spread
0.3-0.6 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Yes
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
Less than 0.5 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
60000
Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes
Contains oxalic acid, particularly in raw leaves, which can be harmful in large quantities or to sensitive individuals. Cooking reduces oxalate content. Toxic to pets if ingested.