Lousewort

Pedicularis resupinata

Physical Characteristics

Pedicularis resupinata 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. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

Europe to E. Asia.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade; Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Edible Uses: Young leaves - cooked[105, 177].

Medicinal Uses

Antirheumatic Diuretic Febrifuge Urinary Antirheumatic, diuretic, febrifuge[172, 178]. The plant is used in the treatment of fevers, leucorrhoea, rheumatism, sterility and urinary difficulties[218]. A decoction of the plant is used to wash foul ulcers[218].

Known Hazards

None known