Pleurospermum camtschaticum
At a glance
- Lifecycle
- Perennial (hardy)
- Exposure
- Full sun
Cultivation
We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors in many parts of this country. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. Succeeds in any moderately fertile soil in full sun.
Propagation
Seed - we have no information on this species but suggest sowing the seed in spring in a cold frame. Prick out the seedlings into individual pots when they are large enough to handle and grow them on in the greenhouse for their first winter, planting them out early the following summer. Division in the spring.
Edible uses
Root. No more details are given.
Habitat
Mountains in N. and C. Japan.
Native range
E. Asia - China, Japan, Siberia.