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Myriad Leaf (Myriophyllum verticillatum)
Family: Haloragidaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)
Myriophyllum verticillatum is a PERENNIAL growing to 1 m (3ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 3. It is in flower from July to August. The species is monoecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but both sexes can be found on the same plant) and is pollinated by Wind. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils.
Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons
Edible Parts: Leaves
Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring
Flavor & Culinary Uses
The plant is used as a potherb. — The plant is used as a potherb.
Habitat & North American Range
Ponds, lakes and slow streams of lowland districts, especially in base-rich waters. It is not common in Britain. (Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7)