Rugosus Isodon (Isodon rugosus)

Family: Lamiaceae or Labiatae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Isodon rugosus is a deciduous Shrub growing to 1.5 m (5ft). It is in flower from July to September, and the seeds ripen from August to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

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

Flavor & Culinary Uses

One report says that the plant is edible, but gives no details as to which part of the plant is eaten. — One report says that the plant is edible, but gives no details as to which part of the plant is eaten.

Habitat & North American Range

Scrub and savannah slopes at altitudes of 1700 - 2700 metres. Dry hillsides and rocks. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)