Boopsis australis

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Basic Information

Family: Calyceraceae

Genus: boopsis

Plant ID (slug): boopsis-australis

Numeric ID: 23725

USDA Hardiness: Coming soon

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Physical Characteristics

Boopsis australis is a PERENNIAL. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil. The plant can tolerates strong winds but not maritime exposure.

Distribution

Southern S. America.

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Root Edible Uses: Root - roasted[69].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known

Detailed Information

Additional Information

Title: Boopsis australis