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Lovage (Levisticum officinale)

Lovage

Levisticum officinale

EdibleZones 48herb

Lovage is a perennial plant, the sole species in the genus Levisticum in the family Apiaceae, subfamily Apioideae. It is native to Afghanistan and Iran.

Description from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA).

At a glance

Sunlight
Partial shade
Water need
Medium
Mature height
2 m
Maintenance
Low
Hardiness
USDA 4–8
Layers
herb

Functional roles

foodmedicinalinsectary

Propagation

How to make more of this plant for free — the permaculture way.

seeddivisioneasy

When: Sow fresh seed autumn; divide spring

Big celery-flavoured perennial; one plant is plenty.

Seed data pending expert review. Identification photo and description are sourced from Wikipedia/Wikimedia; always confirm a plant in person before eating any part of it.