Pedicularis bicornuta
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Basic Information
Family: Scrophulariaceae
Genus: pedicularis
Plant ID (slug): pedicularis-bicornuta
Numeric ID: 26211
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Pedicularis bicornuta 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, Kashmir and northwestern India.
Habitats
Cultivated Beds;
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
The flowers are used in Tibetan medicine, they are said to have a bitter taste and a cooling potency[241]. They are used in the treatment of vaginal and seminal discharges[241].
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Pedicularis bicornuta
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