Greek horehound (Ballota acetabulosa)

Family: Lamiaceae or Labiatae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Ballota acetabulosa is an evergreen Perennial growing to 0.5 m (1ft 8in) by 0.8 m (2ft 7in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in leaf all year. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor soil.

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

Rocks and rough ground in dry hills to 900 metres. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)