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What is Gypsywort

— Short, snippet-friendly answers to the most-asked questions about Gypsywort (Lycopus europaeus). For the full profile with citations, open the main page.

What is Gypsywort?

Gypsywort, scientifically known as Lycopus europaeus, is a perennial plant belonging to the Lamiaceae family. Gypsywort (Latin: Lycopus europaeus, family Lamiaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.

Is Gypsywort safe to eat?

Gypsywort is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.

Where does Gypsywort grow?

Gypsywort is a member of the Lamiaceae family native to AFG, ALB, ALG, ALT, AUT, and AZO. Gypsywort thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist to wet soil, though it can tolerate a range of soil types from light sandy to heavy clay.

Can I grow Gypsywort at home?

Gypsywort grows best in USDA zone 4-8, full sun, partial sun/shade light, moist, wet, water water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.

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