Aegopodium podagraria

Plant Details

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General Information

Scientific name: Aegopodium podagraria
Also known as: Ground Elder, Bishop's goutweed, Goutweed, Bishop's Weed
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Plant Properties

Layer: Herb layer, Soil
Format: Smal
Height: 0.60 m
Width: 1.00 m
Growth Rate: Fast
Leaf: Deciduous

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 4-9
Soil Moisture:
Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acid Neutral Basic
Light:
Shadow, Half shade, Sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Leaves
Edibility:
(3)
Medicinal:
(2)
Features:
None

Description

Leaves can be eaten both raw and cooked. They have an unusual spicy flavor that most people do not enjoy, although some reports claim that it is a delicious vegetable. The leaves are best harvested before the plant flowers and can be used in salads, soups, or cooked as a vegetable.

Harvest Data

Start Harvest: 01/05
End of Harvest: 30/06

Guilds

Guild Information

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Guild Details

Guild Description
Prunus avium
Sweet cherry 		Prunus avium provides shade and improves moisture retention, benefitting Aegopodium podagraria that prefers slightly moist soil.
Sambucus canadensis
American Elder 		Sambucus canadensis can attract beneficial insects and pollinators, enhancing the overall biodiversity around Aegopodium podagraria.
Pseudosasa japonica
Metake - Bamboo 		This combination helps in pest management, as Solanum tuberosum can repel some pests that would otherwise attack Aegopodium podagraria.
Asparagus officinalis
Asparagus, Garden asparagus 		Asparagus has deep roots which can improve soil structure and nutrient availability for Aegopodium podagraria.
Corylus avellana
Hazel 		Corylus avellana can provide a protective canopy, helping to shield Aegopodium podagraria from harsh sunlight and wind.
Mentha aquatica
Water mint 		Mentha aquatica enhances moisture levels in the soil, which is beneficial for Aegopodium podagraria’s growth.