Hypochoeris scorzonerae
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Basic Information
Family: Asteraceae or Compositae
Genus: hypochoeris
Plant ID (slug): hypochoeris-scorzonerae
Numeric ID: 26093
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Hypochoeris scorzonerae is a PERENNIAL. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, flies. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.
Distribution
S. America - Chile.
Habitats
Cultivated Beds;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Root Edible Uses: Root[2, 105, 139]. No more details are given.
Medicinal Uses
Diuretic The root is diuretic[46].
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Hypochoeris scorzonerae