Epilobium glabellum
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Basic Information
Family: Onagraceae
Genus: epilobium
Plant ID (slug): epilobium-glabellum
Numeric ID: 4704
USDA Hardiness: 7-10
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Epilobium glabellum is an evergreen Perennial growing to 0.2 m (0ft 8in) by 0.2 m (0ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in leaf all year, in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. 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
Australia, New Zealand.
Habitats
Ground Cover;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Leaves Shoots Edible Uses: Young leaves and shoots - cooked.
Medicinal Uses
Diuretic Urinary Treats urinary disorders.
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Epilobium glabellum PFAF Plant Database
Meta Description: Epilobium glabellum is an evergreen Perennial growing to 0.2 m (0ft 8in) by 0.2 m (0ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in leaf all year, in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. 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.