Cytinus hypocistus
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Basic Information
Family: Rafflesiaceae
Genus: cytinus
Plant ID (slug): cytinus-hypocistus
Numeric ID: 25390
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
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Physical Characteristics
Cytinus hypocistus is a. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. 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
S. Europe - Mediterranean.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Cultivated Beds;
Edible Uses
Young plant - cooked. An asparagus substitute[46, 61, 177].
Medicinal Uses
Dysentery A decoction of the plant has been used in the treatment of dysentery.
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Cytinus hypocistus