Clinopodium umbrosum
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Basic Information
Family: Lamiaceae or Labiatae
Genus: clinopodium
Plant ID (slug): clinopodium-umbrosum
Numeric ID: 25596
USDA Hardiness: 6-9
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Clinopodium umbrosum is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.6 m (2ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7. It is in flower from August to October, and the seeds ripen from September to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. 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
W. Asia - Caucasia, Afghanistan and the Himalayas.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Dappled Shade; Shady Edge;
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
Vulnerary The juice of the leaves is applied to cuts and wounds[272].
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Clinopodium umbrosum