Licentiana Gypsophila (Gypsophila licentiana)

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

Gypsophila licentiana is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.4 m (1ft 4in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower from July to August, and the seeds ripen from August to September. 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.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

A vegetable. No more details are given, we do not know what part of the plant is used. — No more details are given, we do not know what part of the plant is used.

Habitat & North American Range

Dry sandy places and stony slopes. Mountain slopes, sands and field margins at elevations of 500 - 2000 metres. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)