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Amaranth?

Jun 27th, 2015 at 6:14:15 PM PDT by

Wish it was but roots are different.

Jul 1st, 2015 at 10:03:31 AM PDT by

persian sheild

Jun 29th, 2015 at 3:41:26 PM PDT by

I thought it was but the color is different than perilla ,which i love.

Jul 1st, 2015 at 10:02:35 AM PDT by

If this plant has a scent like basil it very well may be Perilla Frutescens.

Not saying it is, but IF you think it is I would take it to an expert for verification BEFORE you eat it.

I know my plant is Perilla, many times I have broken off a piece of leaf and rolled it around in my mouth for the flavor,

Here is some info!

Perilla, or called Shi-So, is a very popular herb in Japan and many other Asian countries. Young leaves and flowering shoots are used for cooking and pickling because of their aromatic flavor. The plant grow best under full sun or partially shading in mild climates.

NOTE: One of the challenges in growing Perilla is to handle the seed germination issue. Perilla seeds have dormant characteristics and seeds will not germinate during this period. The dormant period can begin any time just after the fresh seeds harvested and may end, unpredictably, in 1-2 years. Seeds will have good germination after this dormant period finished. Therefore many experienced farmers prefer to use post-dormant old seeds than pre-dormant fresh seeds in planting. It has been reported that the dormant period can be broken and shorten if seeds kept in a low temperature, 35-45 F, for at least 1-3 months. Therefore it is suggested to seal seeds in a bag and store it in a refrigerator (not freezer) if not to be planting soon.

Seeds require light to germinate and should be covered only with a very thin layer of soil when sowing, but keep soil moist during the germination. For obtining better and more uniform germination, it is suggested to soak seeds overnight before sowing.

Good luck! It does look just like mine!!!!!

Jul 1st, 2015 at 9:49:39 AM PDT by

AND I live in S'east Michigan and it survives our winters without fail. Let it go to seed, make sure you put the seed where you want it and you will have a nice little patch of it! Dries nicely also.

BUT before you put it in your mouth or food get it verified., Remember, it has to smell like basil!

Jul 1st, 2015 at 9:52:07 AM PDT by

Its been invasive in my yard, but i love the color of the leaves.

Jul 1st, 2015 at 10:05:07 AM PDT by

And that is exactly why I said put the seed where you want it. I only let one plant set seed. I make sure I sow the seed right at the base of the existing plant, Yep it can be invasive if you are not careful!

Does yours smell like basil?

Jul 1st, 2015 at 5:16:18 PM PDT by

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