Wild Mignonette (Reseda lutea)

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

Reseda lutea is a BIENNIAL/PERENNIAL growing to 0.8 m (2ft 7in) by 0.5 m (1ft 8in). It is not frost tender. It is in flower from June to August, and the seeds ripen from August to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, insects. The plant is self-fertile. It is noted for attracting wildlife.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Young leaves - raw. — Young leaves - raw.

Habitat & North American Range

Waste places, disturbed ground and arable land, especially on calcareous sub-strata. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)