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Lobularia maritima Sweet alyssum (1 Page of 5) The Lobularia maritima plant species is found in Europe - Mediterranean. Naturalized in Britain. It is a member of the Cruciferae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Sweet alyssum. Some home gardeners know the variety as Alyssum maritimum. Clypeola maritima. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Lobularia maritima Common Name: Sweet alyssum Family: Cruciferae Author: (L.)Desv. Known Hazards: None known Mature Height: 0.15 Mature Width: 0.25 Habitat: Dry sunny places in the Mediterranean[50]. Grows by the coast in Britain[17].
Edible Uses: The young leaves, stems and flowers are sometimes used as a flavouring in salads and other dishes where pungency is required[183].
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