Achyranthes faureri

Physical Characteristics

Achyranthes faureri is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.9 m (3ft). It is in flower from August to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid and neutral soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

E. Asia - Japan.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Dappled Shade; Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Edible Uses: The plant is used as food[177]. No more information is given, though it is likely that either the seed or the leaves are used[K].

Medicinal Uses

Diuretic Emmenagogue Diuretic, emmenagogue[174].

Known Hazards

None known