Gunnera, Chilean gunnera
Gunnera tinctoria
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Basic Information
Family: Gunneraceae
Genus: gunnera
Plant ID (slug): gunnera-tinctoria
Numeric ID: 24113
USDA Hardiness: 6-9
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Gunnera tinctoria is a PERENNIAL growing to 2 m (6ft 7in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from July to 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. America - Chile.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade; Meadow; Bog Garden;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Stem Edible Uses: Young leaf stalks - peeled and cooked as a vegetable or eaten raw[2, 177, 183]. Acid and refreshing[139].
Medicinal Uses
Astringent The whole plant is astringent[139].
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Gunnera tinctoria Gunnera, Chilean gunnera