Cucumber herb (Trigonotis peduncularis)
At a glance
- Lifecycle
- Annual
- 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. See the plants native habitat for ideas on its cultivation needs.
Propagation
Seed - we have no information for this species but suggest sowing the seed in a cold frame in the spring. Prick out the seedlings into individual pots as soon as they are large enough to handle and plant them out in the summer if they are large enough. Otherwise, grow them on in the greenhouse for their first winter and plant them out in early summer of the following year. A sowing in situ would also be worth trying.
Edible uses
Young leaves - cooked. An emergency food, it is only used when all else fails.
Medicinal uses
The plant is diuretic and emollient.
Habitat
A very common plant in grassy places and cultivated fields in lowland areas all over Japan.
Native range
E. Asia - China, Japan.