Oreomyrrhis hookeri

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Basic Information

Family: Apiaceae or Umbelliferae

Genus: oreomyrrhis

Plant ID (slug): oreomyrrhis-hookeri

Numeric ID: 22048

USDA Hardiness: Coming soon

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Physical Characteristics

Oreomyrrhis hookeri is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.1 m (0ft 4in). The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil. The plant can tolerate maritime exposure.

Distribution

Southern S. America - Chile and the Falkland Islands.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Root Edible Uses: Root[69]. No more details were given.

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known

Detailed Information

Additional Information

Title: Oreomyrrhis hookeri