Lallemantia iberica

Physical Characteristics

Lallemantia iberica is a ANNUAL/BIENNIAL growing to 0.5 m (1ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7. It is in flower from July to August, and the seeds ripen from August to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. It is noted for attracting wildlife. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

W. Asia. Naturalized in C. and E. Europe.

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Oil Oil Seed Edible Uses: Oil Oil Leaves - cooked and used as a potherb[46, 61, 105, 177, 183]. Seed - raw or cooked. It is rich in oil[2]. An edible oil is obtained from the seed[2, 6, 105, 177, 183].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known