Lady's-mantle (Alchemilla mollis)

Family: Rosaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Alchemilla mollis is a deciduous Perennial growing to 0.6 m (2ft) by 0.8 m (2ft 6in) at a medium rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 4. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in heavy clay soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

None Known. — Harvested fresh in season according to PFAF botanical monograph.

Habitat & North American Range

Moist meadows, open woods, pastures and also on rock ledges in mountainous areas. (Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)