Serrata Arabis (Arabis serrata)

Family: Brassicaceae or Cruciferae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Arabis serrata is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.3 m (1ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, Lepidoptera (Moths & Butterflies). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Young leaves - cooked. — Young leaves - cooked.

Habitat & North American Range

Rocky or sandy places in mountains - only found on Mt. Fuji in C. Japan. (Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)