Clypeata Fibigia (Fibigia clypeata)

Family: Brassicaceae or Cruciferae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Fibigia clypeata is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.6 m (2ft) by 0.3 m (1ft in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7. It is in flower in June, and the seeds ripen in 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 and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Young leaves - raw. Used as a cress in salads. — Young leaves - raw.; Used as a cress in salads.

Habitat & North American Range

Rocks, dry hills and slopes and dry rocky places up to 1000 metres. (Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)