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