Mammoth Sandwich Island Salsify pk/50

120 days. Tragopogon porrifolius. Plant produces large 8" long by 2" wide salsify roots. Looks similar to a carrot with oyster like flavor. Used in soups and steamed or sauteed in butter. Known as the Vegetable Oyster because it has a taste when cooked that is similar to oysters. United States Department of Agriculture, NSL 6405. pk/50