Rupture Wort (Herniaria glabra)

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

Herniaria glabra is a BIENNIAL/PERENNIAL. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5 and is not frost tender. It is in flower in July, and the seeds ripen in August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) 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

A rare and local plant of dry sandy areas in south Devon and eastern England. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)