Swamp Lousewort

Pedicularis lanceolata

Physical Characteristics

Pedicularis lanceolata is a PERENNIAL growing to 1 m (3ft 3in). 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: mildly acid, 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

Eastern N. America - Ontario to Connecticut, Manitoba, Ohio, Michigan and Nebraska.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Edible Uses: Leaves - cooked[105, 161, 257].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known