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Ludwigia adscendens (Jussieva repens)
Family: Oenotheraceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)
Jussieva repens is a PERENNIAL. 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 wet 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
An aquatic plant growing mostly at the water's edge in ponds and ditches. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)