Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Weld |
| Scientific Name | Reseda luteola |
| MainColor | Yellow |
| PlantType |  Herb |
| Distribution |  Native |
| Season Found | May (Jun - Sep) |
| ImageUrl | Reseda-002 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | Hatfield House |
| Country Found | UK |
| Last Updated | 12 September 2026 |
| Photo Quality | A |
Flower Details
Description
Weld is a biennial or perennial herb known for its tall, slender spikes of small, yellowish-green flowers. It can grow up to 1.5 metres tall and has long, narrow leaves. The plant is often cultivated for its dye-producing properties.
Distribution
Native to Europe and western Asia, Weld is now found in many parts of the world, including North America, where it grows in disturbed soils, roadsides, and waste areas.
Medicinal/Other Uses
✅ Historically used as a source of yellow dye, especially for dyeing wool and silk. It was highly valued in the past for its bright and fast yellow colour.
Edibility
Inedible - not suitable for human consumption due to a lack of nutritional or culinary value.
Human Toxicity
Non_ToxicNon Toxic - no known harmful effects when handled or ingested in small quantities.
Pet Toxicity
Non Toxic - safe for pets, with no known toxic effects on common domestic animals.
Active Compounds
Luteolin, apigenin, resedine.