Macrotomia perennis
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Basic Information
Family: Boraginaceae
Genus: macrotomia
Plant ID (slug): macrotomia-perennis
Numeric ID: 21431
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Macrotomia perennis is a PERENNIAL. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.
Distribution
E. Asia - Himalayas from Kashmir to Kumaon.
Habitats
Cultivated Beds; South Wall. In. West Wall. In.
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Root Edible Uses: Root[145]. No further details are given.
Medicinal Uses
The roots are bruised and applied to eruptions[240].
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Macrotomia perennis