Lactuca debilis
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Basic Information
Family: Asteraceae or Compositae
Genus: lactuca
Plant ID (slug): lactuca-debilis
Numeric ID: 19653
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Lactuca debilis is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.2 m (0ft 8in) by 0.5 m (1ft 8in). 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 can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
E. Asia - Japan, Korea.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Leaves Edible Uses: Young plant - cooked[105].
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Lactuca debilis
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