Dracocephalum heterophyllum
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Basic Information
Family: Lamiaceae or Labiatae
Genus: dracocephalum
Plant ID (slug): dracocephalum-heterophyllum
Numeric ID: 24898
USDA Hardiness: 6-9
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Dracocephalum heterophyllum is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.3 m (1ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) 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
E. Asia - Himalayas from Pakistan to S.E. Tibet.
Habitats
Cultivated Beds;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Root Edible Uses: Root - cooked[105, 177].
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Dracocephalum heterophyllum