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