Clasping henbit (Lamium amplexicaule)

Family: Lamiaceae or Labiatae | Edibility: Choice Edible (4/5)

Lamium amplexicaule is a ANNUAL growing to 0.3 m (1ft). It is in flower from April to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in heavy clay soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid and neutral soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Young leaves - raw or cooked. Added to salads or used as a potherb. — Young leaves - raw or cooked.; Added to salads or used as a potherb.

Habitat & North American Range

Cultivated soil, usually on light dry soils. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)