Lindenleaf sage (Salvia tiliifolia)

Family: Lamiaceae or Labiatae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Salvia tiliifolia is a ANNUAL/PERENNIAL growing to 1 m (3ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10. It is in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. 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.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Nuts/Seeds

Harvest Seasons: Late Summer, Fall, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

refreshing drink is made by soaking the roasted and ground seed in water. — A refreshing drink is made by soaking the roasted and ground seed in water.; It is sometimes mixed with barley water.

Habitat & North American Range

Not known. (Zone 9)