Hosta species

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Basic Information

Family: Funkiaceae

Genus: hosta

Plant ID (slug): hosta-species

Numeric ID: 21050

USDA Hardiness: Coming soon

Ratings

Physical Characteristics

Hosta species is a PERENNIAL. It is frost tender. It is in flower from August to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and can grow in heavy clay soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.

Distribution

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Habitats

Edible Uses

Young leaves and leaf stems - cooked.

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known

Detailed Information

Additional Information

Title: Hosta species