hyssopleaf hedgenettle

Stachys hyssopifolia ambigua

Physical Characteristics

Stachys hyssopifolia ambigua is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.8 m (2ft 7in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. 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. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

E. Asia - Japan. Eastern N. America - Pennsylvania to Illinois, south to Florida.

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Edible Uses: Eaten as a vegetable[178]. No more details are given, it is likely to be the roots or the leaves that are eaten[K].

Medicinal Uses

Astringent Carminative Deodorant The plant is astringent, carminative and deodorant[178, 218].

Known Hazards

None known