Ling Xiang Cao

Lysimachia foenum-graecum

Physical Characteristics

Lysimachia foenum-graecum is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.5 m (1ft 8in). It is in flower in June. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and can grow in heavy clay 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 - China

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

Antihalitosis Antihalitosis. The root is used[46, 61].

Known Hazards

None known