Pedicularis sylvatica
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Lousewort
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Summary
Source: WikipediaPedicularis sylvatica, commonly known as common lousewort, is a plant species in the genus Pedicularis. It is native to central and northern Europe where it grows on moist acidic soils, moorland, grassy heathland and the drier parts of marshes.
Description
A herb. It can complete its life-cycle or keep growing from several years. It has several stems. The leaves are dark green and crinkly. They are oblong with lobes along the stalk and teeth around the edge. There are flowers at the top of each stem. They are pink.
Edible Uses
The leaves are eaten raw or cooked.
Traditional Uses
The leaves are eaten raw or cooked.
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Distribution
It is a temperate plant. It grows in damp ground and acid soil.
Where It Grows
Britain, Europe, Luxembourg,
References (1)
- Irving, M., 2009, The Forager Handbook, A Guide to the Edible Plants of Britain. Ebury Press p 183
