Cochlearia scotica
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Basic Information
Family: Brassicaceae or Cruciferae
Genus: cochlearia
Plant ID (slug): cochlearia-scotica
Numeric ID: 25176
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Cochlearia scotica is a BIENNIAL/PERENNIAL growing to 0.3 m (1ft). It is in flower from May to August, and the seeds ripen from July to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, flies, beetles. The plant is self-fertile. It is noted for attracting wildlife. 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 and can grow in saline soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil. The plant can tolerate maritime exposure.
Distribution
Endemic to Britain.
Habitats
Cultivated Beds;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Edible Uses: Condiment Used as a spice[105]. No further details are given.
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Cochlearia scotica