Common Name: |
Mignonette |
Botanical Name: |
Reseda odorata |
Genus: |
Reseda |
Family: |
Resedaceae |
Native Location: |
N Africa; widely naturalized. |
Cultivation: |
Well-drained to dry, alkaline soil in sun. |
Propagation: |
By seed sown in late winter at 13°C (55°F) or in situ in early spring or autumn. |
Harvest: |
Flowers are picked as they open (R. odorata). Whole plants are cut in summer for infusions. |
Height: |
30-60cm (12-24in) |
Width: |
23cm (9in) |
Hardiness: |
Hardy |
Parts Used: |
Flowers |
Properties: |
An aromatic herb. |
Culinary Uses: |
Flowers are used to flavor salt in Turkish cuisine; also used to garnish white wine cups. |
Bibliography: |
The Encyclopedia of Herbs by Deni Bown Copyright © 1995, 2001 Dorling Kindersley Limited. Pg. 342 |