Wormseed Mustard (Erysimum cheiranthoides)

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

Erysimum cheiranthoides is a ANNUAL growing to 1 m (3ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5 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 Insects. 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

Found in many habitats from southern British Columbia to California at elevations of 750 - 3600 metres. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)