Gnaphalium hypoleucum
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Basic Information
Family: Asteraceae or Compositae
Genus: gnaphalium
Plant ID (slug): gnaphalium-hypoleucum
Numeric ID: 25292
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Gnaphalium hypoleucum is a ANNUAL growing to 0.6 m (2ft). The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
E. Asia - China, Japan, Himalayas.
Habitats
Cultivated Beds;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Leaves Edible Uses: Young leaves - cooked[177].
Medicinal Uses
Miscellany A paste of the plant is used in the treatment of coughs and backaches[272]. It is also applied externally on affected parts[272].
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Gnaphalium hypoleucum