Wild Clary (Salvia verbenaca)

Family: Lamiaceae or Labiatae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Salvia verbenaca is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.6 m (2ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower from June to September, and the seeds ripen from July to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, Cleistogomy (self-pollinating without flowers ever opening). The plant is self-fertile. It is noted for attracting wildlife.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves, Flowers

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

flavouring in cooked foods. — Leaves - raw or cooked.; They are most often used as a flavouring in cooked foods.; They are aromatic.; The young leaves can be eaten fried or candied.

Habitat & North American Range

In Britain it is found wild in sand dunes at Vazon Bay in Guernsey and in Jersey. In Europe it is found in dry grassland, avoiding acid soils and shade. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)