Whitlow Grass (Erophila verna)

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

Erophila verna is a ANNUAL growing to 0.2 m (0ft 8in). It is in flower from March to June. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, flies. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Leaves - raw. — Harvested fresh in season according to PFAF botanical monograph.

Habitat & North American Range

Rocks, walls and dry places. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)