Marsh Willow Herb
Epilobium palustre
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Basic Information
Family: Onagraceae
Genus: epilobium
Plant ID (slug): epilobium-palustre
Numeric ID: 20938
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Epilobium palustre is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.4 m (1ft 4in). 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 and neutral soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
Europe, including Britain, north to Lapland and Iceland, temperate Asia, N. America and Greenland.
Habitats
Bog Garden;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Leaves Shoots Edible Uses: Leaves and young shoots - cooked[105, 177].
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Epilobium palustre Marsh Willow Herb