Isatis tinctoria, also called woad (/ ˈwoʊd /), dyer's woad, dyer's-weed, or glastum, is a flowering plant in the family Brassicaceae (the mustard family) with a documented history of use as a blue dye and …

Mar 22, 2021 · Woad (Isatis tinctoria) is an erect biennial that grows to between 1-3 feet (30-90 cm.), sometimes up to 4 feet (1.2 m.) in height. Its leaves are bluish green overlaid with a powdery white …

A summer-flowering plant native to Eurasia, woad is sometimes cultivated for its attractive flowers and has naturalized in parts of North America, where it is considered a noxious weed.

Nov 19, 2025 · One of those useful plants grown for their dye is the woad plant. It’s a hardy and versatile plant that can adapt to many conditions and reward your hard work and care with its colorful blooms …

Woad is a biennial, adorned with large clusters of vibrant that bloom in early summer before transforming into flattened, dark, lantern-like seed heads, which are often considered to be more …

Jun 27, 2025 · But if you’re looking for a plant with a long history, useful leaves, and a tidy habit in the garden, woad fits the bill. Woad grows one to three feet tall with a basal rosette of bluish green, hairy …

Woad (Isatis tinctoria) also called Dyer’s Woad, has been used as a dye for thousands of years. Seeds of this plant have been found in Neolithic (Stone Age) archeological sites.

Isatis tinctoria L. (Brassicaceae), which is commonly known as woad, is a species with an ancient and well-documented history as an indigo dye and medicinal plant.

Back in 2015, I discovered woad (lat. Isatis tinctoria) - the source of shades evoking the sky and sea in Europe. It is one of the oldest dye plants, cherished for its adaptability to harsh conditions, its durable …

Jul 12, 2025 · Woad (Isatis tinctoria) is a historically significant plant known primarily for its use as a source of blue dye. This ancient plant has been cultivated for thousands of years across Europe, …