Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
Life cycle: | Annual |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
Water Preferences: | Wet |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 7a -17.8 °C (0 °F) to -15 °C (5 °F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 13 |
Fruit: | Dehiscent Indehiscent |
Uses: | Medicinal Herb Cooked greens |
Edible Parts: | Leaves |
Toxicity: | Fruit is poisonous |
Pollinators: | Bumblebees |
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