Broad-leaved willowherb
Epilobium montanum

Family: Onagraceae

What it is like

A herb. It keeps growing from year to year. It grows 30-60 cm tall. The leaves are oval with a rounded bas and short stalks. They are in opposite pairs but sometimes in rings of three. The flowers are a bright pink and 6-9 mm across.

Where it is found

It is a temperate plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Britain, Europe, Ireland, Luxembourg, Slovenia

How it is used for food

The very young leaves are used in salads. They become bitter when more mature.

Edible parts

Leaves

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Gorski vrbovec

Synonyms

Many