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Marsh Woundwort (Stachys palustris)

Marsh Woundwort

Stachys palustris

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Stachys palustris, commonly known as marsh woundwort, marsh betony, clown's woundwort, clown's heal-all, marsh hedgenettle, or hedge-nettle, is an edible perennial grassland herb growing to 80 centimeters tall. It is native to parts of Eurasia but has been introduced to North America. The species epithet palustris is Latin for "of the marsh" and indicates its common habitat.

Description from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA).

At a glance

Sunlight
Partial shade
Water need
High
Mature height
0.8 m
Maintenance
Low
Hardiness
USDA 4–8
Layers
root, herb

Functional roles

foodmedicinalpollinator

Propagation

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When: Plant tubers spring

Native of damp ground with edible tubers and shoots; pink flower spikes for bees.

Seed data pending expert review. Identification photo and description are sourced from Wikipedia/Wikimedia; always confirm a plant in person before eating any part of it.