Sparganium longifolium
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Basic Information
Family: Sparganiaceae
Genus: sparganium
Plant ID (slug): sparganium-longifolium
Numeric ID: 20702
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Sparganium longifolium is a PERENNIAL. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Wind. 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 wet soil and can grow in water.
Distribution
E. Asia - China.
Habitats
Pond; Bog Garden;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Seed Edible Uses: Seed - cooked. It should be husked and well boiled[179].
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Sparganium longifolium