Limonium lobatum (Limonium thouinii)

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

Limonium thouinii is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.2 m (0ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in flower in May. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) 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

Leaves - raw. — Harvested fresh in season according to PFAF botanical monograph.

Habitat & North American Range

Dry places near the sea. (Zone 8)