Hairy lousewort

Pedicularis hirsuta

Physical Characteristics

Pedicularis hirsuta is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.1 m (0ft 4in). The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very alkaline soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

N. Europe.

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Root Edible Uses: Root - cooked[177]. Leaves - cooked[177].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known