Medicinal plant grown for its numerous uses in natural medicine. Highly ornamental in edges, rockery and humid areas.
A tall and strong perennial plant with straight stems growing up to 1.20m. Composed light green leaves. White-pinky flowers.
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Flowering |
Attracts Wildlife | Mammals |
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Average germination (%) | 50 |
Climate Zone | Mountain, Temperate areas |
Flower colour | Pink, White |
Plant use | Balcony & Courtyard, Edging, Gardening, Medicinal, Riverbanks |
Seeds per gram | 2500 |
Soil - Moisture | Fresh to moist |
Soil - Ph | No preference |
Soil - Type | No preference |
Sunlight - Exposure | Partial shade |
Watering | Frequent |
Direct sowing from the last days of February till April.
It adapts to any soil either cool or humid.
Antispasmodic, antineurotic and sedative. In pharmacology it is highly known to balance the nervous system as an anxiolytic and calming plant. Very good in case of sleeping problems. The fragrance of this plant is attractive to cats and a useful tramp for rats.