Cardamine leucantha

Physical Characteristics

Cardamine leucantha is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.6 m (2ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5. It is in flower from April to August, and the seeds ripen from May to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, flies, Lepidoptera (Moths & Butterflies). The plant is self-fertile. 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 or wet soil.

Distribution

E. Asia - China, Japan.

Habitats

Bog Garden;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Edible Uses: Tea Leaves - raw or cooked[105, 177]. The seedlings are edible[266]. Dried plants are used as a tea substitute[266].

Medicinal Uses

The rhizomes are used medicinally[266]. No further information is given.

Known Hazards

None known