Marsh Willow Herb (Epilobium palustre)

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

Epilobium palustre is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.4 m (1ft 4in). 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 and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid and neutral soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves, Shoots

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Leaves and young shoots - cooked. — Leaves and young shoots - cooked.

Habitat & North American Range

Marshes, acid fens, ditches etc. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)