Tropaeolum - Nasturtium

Latin plant name Tropaeolum Common plant name Nasturtium Plant type Perennial herbaceous climbing plant Size (meters) Distinguishing features The leaves and the flowers are edible and are often used for salads. The unripe seeds can be used instead of capers, or dropped into vinager to create a condiment. It has orange-yellow flowers and nice round leaves. It has climbing habits and does not maintain a shape. Nastortiums need a free draining soil and some sun to be able to grow up properly.