Plant Details

Tanecetum vulgare

Tansy, Common tansy, Golden Buttons, Curly Leaf Tansy

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General Information

Scientific name: Tanecetum vulgare
Also known as: Tansy, Common tansy, Golden Buttons, Curly Leaf Tansy

Plant Properties

Layer: Herbaceous
Size: Small
Height: 1.00 m
Width: 1.50 m
Growth Rate: Fast
Leaf: None

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 3-9
Soil Moisture:
Well-drained, Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acidic Neutral Alkaline
Light:
Full sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Leaves, Flowers, Condiment, Tea
Edibility:
(2)
Medicinal:
(2)
Features:
Dye, Essential oil, Insecticide, Repellent, Bee forage, Fragrant

Description

Young leaves can be eaten raw or cooked and are suitable for adding to salads. The plant can also serve as a seasoning, as a substitute for nutmeg and cinnamon. The flowers have a unique flavor and can be eaten or used as a garnish. Tea can be made from the leaves and flowering stems, which has a bitter but lemon-like taste.

Harvest Data

Start Harvest: 15/07
End of Harvest: 15/09