Nepeta tenuifolia japonica

Physical Characteristics

Nepeta tenuifolia japonica is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.3 m (1ft). It is not frost tender. The seeds ripen from September to October. 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), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very alkaline soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.

Distribution

E. Asia - China, Japan.

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Edible Uses: Condiment Young leaves - raw or cooked[105, 177 179]. A good savoury, it is used to flavour foods[179].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known