Food Forest Plants
Food Forest Plants
Sorry, I am not allowed to ship to WA, TAS, NT, and I don’t ship internationally!
$9.50
Out of stock
Setaria palmifolia—commonly known as palm grass or highland pitpit—is highly valued in culinary traditions across Southeast Asia and the Pacific (particularly Papua New Guinea) because of its crisp texture, naturally sweet flavour, and dual-purpose edibility. The young shoots taste somewhat like a mix of bamboo shoots and asparagus, and the seeds are edible too.
Thrives in warm, humid, and tropical-to-subtropical climates with moist, fertile, and well-drained soils, as well as full sun to partial or dappled shade. It is not fussy about the soil and adapts well to sandy, loamy, or heavy clay soils, and tolerates a wide pH range from mildly acidic to neutral and alkaline. It performs best in rich soil that remains consistently damp.
It likes even moisture and thrives near creek edges or ponds. However, once established, it develops deep rhizomes and shows moderate drought tolerance.
Disclaimer:
We love plants as much as you do! All plants sold by Food Forest Plants are intended for ornamental, educational, or gardening purposes. Some may have traditional culinary or medicinal uses, but we cannot give medical advice—please consult a qualified professional before consuming or using any plant. We take great care in labelling, but mistakes can happen. Food Forest Plants is not responsible for any illness, injury, or other effects from using, handling, or consuming plants. Use at your own risk.
Setaria palmifolia—commonly known as palm grass or highland pitpit—is highly valued in culinary traditions across Southeast Asia and the Pacific (particularly Papua New Guinea) because of its crisp texture, naturally sweet flavour, and dual-purpose edibility. The young shoots taste somewhat like a mix of bamboo shoots and asparagus, and the seeds are edible too.
Thrives in warm, humid, and tropical-to-subtropical climates with moist, fertile, and well-drained soils, as well as full sun to partial or dappled shade. It is not fussy about the soil and adapts well to sandy, loamy, or heavy clay soils, and tolerates a wide pH range from mildly acidic to neutral and alkaline. It performs best in rich soil that remains consistently damp.
It likes even moisture and thrives near creek edges or ponds. However, once established, it develops deep rhizomes and shows moderate drought tolerance.
Disclaimer:
We love plants as much as you do! All plants sold by Food Forest Plants are intended for ornamental, educational, or gardening purposes. Some may have traditional culinary or medicinal uses, but we cannot give medical advice—please consult a qualified professional before consuming or using any plant. We take great care in labelling, but mistakes can happen. Food Forest Plants is not responsible for any illness, injury, or other effects from using, handling, or consuming plants. Use at your own risk.