Centranthus ruber
Plant Details
General Information
Scientific name:
Centranthus ruber
Also known as:
Red valerian
Images:
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Plant Properties
Layer:
Herb layer, Soil
Format:
Smal
Height:
0.90 m
Width:
0.60 m
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Leaf:
-
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
5
Soil Moisture:
Permeable, Moist
Permeable, Moist
Soil:
Loam (medium) Sand (light) Clay (heavy)
Loam (medium) Sand (light) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acid Basic Neutral
Acid Basic Neutral
Light:
Sun
Sun
Usage properties
Edible part:
Leaves, Root
Leaves, Root
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
Bee plant, Fragrant
Bee plant, Fragrant
Description
Young leaves can be eaten raw in salads or cooked as vegetables. They are very flavorful and healthy. In our experience, the leaves are somewhat bitter and less enjoyable in salads. Roots can be cooked and used in soups.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
01/06
End of Harvest:
30/09
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
|
Arbutus unedoxaera Strawberry Tree |
Attracts beneficial insects to support pollination. |
|
Crataegus anomala Arnold hawthorn |
Provides medicinal properties and attracts pollinators. |
|
Gynostemma pentaphyllum Sweet tea pea |
Enhances soil health and adds diversity. |
|
Lathyrus odoratus Sweet Pea, Wild Pea,Vetchling |
Fixes nitrogen in the soil and provides fragrant flowers. |
|
Osmanthus fragrans Fragrant Olive |
Covers ground and prevents weed growth. |