Parnassia cabulica
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Basic Information
Family: Saxifragaceae
Genus: parnassia
Plant ID (slug): parnassia-cabulica
Numeric ID: 26070
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Parnassia cabulica is a PERENNIAL. 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
E. Asia - Himalayas from Afghanistan to Pakistan and Kashmir.
Habitats
Cultivated Beds;
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
The entire plant is used in Tibetan medicine, it is said to have a bitter taste and a cooling potency[241]. Anti-inflammatory and cholagogue, it is used in the treatment of inflammation and fevers, plus various contagious infections[241].
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Parnassia cabulica