Peucedanum multivittatum
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Basic Information
Family: Apiaceae or Umbelliferae
Genus: peucedanum
Plant ID (slug): peucedanum-multivittatum
Numeric ID: 25023
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
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Physical Characteristics
Peucedanum multivittatum is a PERENNIAL. 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. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
E. Asia - Japan.
Habitats
Cultivated Beds;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Leaves Edible Uses: Young plant - cooked[177].
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
Although no mention of toxicity has been seen for this species, skin contact with the sap of a number of members in this genus is said to cause photo-sensitivity and/or dermatitis in some people[65, 218]. They are also said to contain the alleged 'psychotroph' myristicine[218].
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Additional Information
Title: Peucedanum multivittatum