Filipendula ulmaria
Plant Details
General Information
Scientific name:
Filipendula ulmaria
Also known as:
Meadowsweet
Images:
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Plant Properties
Layer:
Herb layer
Format:
Smal
Height:
1.20 m
Width:
0.40 m
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Leaf:
-
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
3-9
Soil Moisture:
Moist, Wet
Moist, Wet
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Neutral Basic
Neutral Basic
Light:
Half shade, Sun
Half shade, Sun
Usage properties
Edible part:
Leaves, Flowers, Condiment, Root, Tea
Leaves, Flowers, Condiment, Root, Tea
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
Dye, Ethereal oil, Bee plant, Fragrant
Dye, Ethereal oil, Bee plant, Fragrant
Description
Carrot: Cooked carrots are soft in texture and have a mild flavor. Young leaves: These can be cooked and used as flavor enhancers in soups. The dried leaves serve as a seasoning, such as in herbal tea. Flowers: They can be used as flavorings in alcoholic beverages, stewed fruits, and to make a syrup for fruit salads. A tea can be made by combining the young leaves, flowers, and roots.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
15/06
End of Harvest:
15/08
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
|
Malus domestica Apple |
Provides shade and a habitat for beneficial insects, enhancing pollination and pest control. |
|
Mentha aquatica Water mint |
Improves soil moisture retention and attracts pollinators. |
|
Rubus idaeus Raspberry |
Provides a berry harvest and acts as a natural trellis for climbing plants. |
|
Prunus domestica Plum |
Enhances biodiversity and provides fruits, improving soil health and habitat. |
|
Crataegus monogyna Hawthorn, Oneseed hawthorn |
Acts as a dense hedge providing protection and habitat for wildlife. |