Gunnera perpensa
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Basic Information
Family: Gunneraceae
Genus: gunnera
Plant ID (slug): gunnera-perpensa
Numeric ID: 24112
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Gunnera perpensa is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.4 m (1ft 6in). It is in flower in August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). 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 soil.
Distribution
S. Africa.
Habitats
Bog Garden;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Leaves Stem Edible Uses: Leaves - chewed or cooked[177]. Leaf stem - raw[177].
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Gunnera perpensa