Arctic lousewort

Pedicularis arctica

Physical Characteristics

Pedicularis arctica 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

Northern N. America.

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Root Edible Uses: Root - raw or added to soups[177]. Leaves[177]. No more details are given.

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known