Gynura segetum

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Basic Information

Family: Asteraceae or Compositae

Genus: gynura

Plant ID (slug): gynura-segetum

Numeric ID: 24486

USDA Hardiness: Coming soon

Ratings

Physical Characteristics

Gynura segetum is a PERENNIAL. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). 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 - China.

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

Anticoagulant Depurative Febrifuge Styptic Anticoagulant, depurative, febrifuge and styptic[147]. Stimulates the circulation[147].

Known Hazards

None known

Detailed Information

Additional Information

Title: Gynura segetum