Thin-Leaf Brookweed, seaside brookweed

Samolus valerandi parviflorus

Physical Characteristics

Samolus valerandi parviflorus is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.4 m (1ft 4in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist or wet soil and can grow in water. The plant can tolerate maritime exposure.

Distribution

Southern N. America.

Habitats

Edible Uses

Young leaves - raw or cooked[105].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known