Patrinia villosa

Physical Characteristics

Patrinia villosa is a PERENNIAL growing to 1 m (3ft 3in). It is in flower in August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). 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 moist soil.

Distribution

E. Asia - Japan.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Edible Uses: Young leaves and flower buds - cooked and used as a vegetable[105, 177, 183].

Medicinal Uses

Antibacterial Antiinflammatory Hepatic The whole plant is antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and hepatic. It is used in the treatment of carbuncles, acute appendicitis, intestinal abscess, postpartum pain, dysmenorrhoea and endometriosis[176]. It stimulates the circulation, treats abscesses, promotes regeneration of liver cells[176]. Large doses can cause a decrease of white blood cells, nausea and dizziness[176].

Known Hazards

None known