Pulmonaria officinalis, P. maculosa
Plant Details
General Information
Scientific name:
Pulmonaria officinalis, P. maculosa
Also known as:
Lungwort, Jerusalem Sage, Jerusalem Cowslip
Images:
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Plant Properties
Layer:
Herb layer
Format:
Smal
Height:
0.30 m
Width:
0.30 m
Growth Rate:
Fast
Leaf:
-
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
6-9
Soil Moisture:
Moist
Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acid Neutral Basic
Acid Neutral Basic
Light:
Shadow, Half shade
Shadow, Half shade
Usage properties
Edible part:
Leaves
Leaves
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
Bee plant, Ground cover
Bee plant, Ground cover
Description
Leaves can be eaten raw or cooked. They are suitable for salads or as a vegetable side dish. Although they have a mild flavor, they are low in fiber and can be a good addition to mixed salads. However, due to their slightly hairy and slimy texture, they are better mixed with other ingredients. The young leaves are tasty when cooked, although some find the somewhat slimy texture less appealing. This plant is also an ingredient used in making vermouth.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
01/05
End of Harvest:
30/09
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
|
Fagus sylvatica Beech |
Fagus sylvatica provides shade and retains moisture, which benefits Pulmonaria's growth. |
|
Ribes rubrum Redcurrant, Whitecurrant |
Ribes rubrum attracts beneficial insects that can help pollinate Pulmonaria flowers. |
|
Symphytum officinale Comfrey, Common comfrey |
Symphytum officinale provides ground cover, reducing weeds and conserving soil moisture. |
|
Thymus vulgaris Common Thyme, Garden thyme, Wild Thyme |
Thymus vulgaris can deter pests that might harm Pulmonaria by its aromatic properties. |
|
Tilia americana Basswood |
Tilia americana adds height and structure to the garden, while providing a habitat for wildlife that benefits the overall ecosystem. |