Whorled Yellow Loosestrife (Lysimachia quadrifolia)

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

Lysimachia quadrifolia is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.6 m (2ft). It is in flower from June to August. 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 can grow in heavy clay soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Spring, Early Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

The dried leaves have been used as a tea substitute. — The dried leaves have been used as a tea substitute.

Habitat & North American Range

Dry or moist open woods, thickets and shores. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)