Gladich

Laser trilobum

Physical Characteristics

Laser trilobum is a PERENNIAL growing to 1.2 m (4ft). The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very alkaline soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

C. and E. Europe.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Seed Stem Edible Uses: Condiment Drink The stem[183] and the seed[2, 105, 177] are said to be edible though no further details are known. The water in which the leaves have been cooked is drunk as a wine and is very refreshing[183]. The seed is used as a condiment[183].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known