Mountain Lovage (Ligusticum mutellina)

Family: Apiaceae or Umbelliferae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Ligusticum mutellina is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.5 m (1ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Leaves. Used as a parsley substitute. The dried leaves are a tea substitute. — Used as a parsley substitute.; The dried leaves are a tea substitute.

Habitat & North American Range

Mountains, C. and S. Europe. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)