Digitalis laevigata
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Basic Information
Family: Scrophulariaceae
Genus: digitalis
Plant ID (slug): digitalis-laevigata
Numeric ID: 23826
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
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Physical Characteristics
Digitalis laevigata is a PERENNIAL growing to 1 m (3ft 3in). It is in flower in July. 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. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.
Distribution
S.E. Europe.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Dappled Shade; Shady Edge;
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
Cardiac Stimulant Tonic The leaves are cardiac, stimulant and tonic[46, 61]. They are much used in the treatment of certain heart complaints, but cause distress when used in large doses[148].
Known Hazards
All parts of the plant are poisonous[7, 65].
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Digitalis laevigata