Mountain Rue (Ruta montana)

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

Ruta montana is an evergreen Shrub growing to 0.3 m (1ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7. It is in leaf all year. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

The leaves are used as a condiment. — The leaves are used as a condiment.

Habitat & North American Range

Dry rocky places. (Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)