Planting: Well drained soil in sun, hardy annual, 1’-12’.
Harvest: Whole plants are cut as flowering begins and used fresh for liquid extracts or tinctures. Seeds are collected in autumn and used fresh, pressed for oil, or roasted
Culinary: Seeds are eaten fresh or roasted; Seeds are sprouted and fermented to make seed yogurt and cheese. Seedlings are eaten in salads, Oil is used for cooking and salads.
Medicinal: A nutritious herb that lowers cholesterol levels and soothes irritated tissues. Used internally for bronchial infections, tuberculosis, and malaria. Used externally as a base for massage oils and liniments used for rheumatic complaints and muscular aches.
Third Eye Vision:
Seeded: Fall 2008 in Taijo A2&B7, Teddy Bear in C5&C7, Spring 2009 Taijo in B7, Fall 2008 Ice cream in B8&C7
Links: Wiki
Sources:
The Royal Horticultural Society New Encyclopedia of Herbs and Their Uses (RHS)
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