Lebanese stonecress
Aethionema cordifolium
Family: Brassicaceae
What it is like
A herb. It grows 15-25 cm high. It is spreading.
Where it is found
It is a Mediterranean plant. It grows in water and ponds. It can grow in part shade.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia, Lebanon, Mediterranean, Middle East
How it is used for food
The leaves have a cucumber like flavour. They can be used in salads.
Edible parts
Leaves
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Iberis jucunda Schott & Kotschy ex Boiss.;