Asarum splendens
(F. Maek.) C. Y. Chen & C. S. Yang
Chinese wild ginger
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Summary
Source: WikipediaAsarum splendens, the Chinese wild ginger or showy Sichuan ginger, is a species of wild ginger.
Description
A herb. The leaf stalks are 8-16 cm long. The leaves often have white blotches. They are oval or heart shaped. They are 6-10 cm long by 5-9 cm wide. There are some hairs along the veins underneath.
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Root Edible Uses: A ginger-like rhizome with a strong potent flavour [1-2]. They are commonly referred to as wild gingers (not a culinary gingers) as their rhizomes have a similar spicy scent.
Medicinal Uses
None Known
Distribution
It is a temperate plant. In China it grows on mountain slopes between 800-1,300 m above sea level. It grows in hardiness zones 5-9.
Where It Grows
Asia, China, USA,
Propagation
Propagate by seed in containers in a cold frame as soon as ripe. Can also be propagated by division in early spring.
Other Uses
Groundcover - an excellent groundcover for shade and semi-shade. Known to tolerate Juglone (a poisonous product produced by black walnuts Juglans nigra)[1-2]. Attractive leaves - Containers. Ornamental. Food Forest. Special Uses Food Forest Ground Cover
Synonyms
References (2)
- Jackes, D. A., Edible Forest Gardens
- www.eFloras.org Flora of China
