Herb latin name: Astilbe longicarpa


Synonyms: Astilbe chinensis longicarpa


Family: Saxifragaceae (Saxifrage Family)



Edible parts of Astilbe longicarpa:

The fruiting parts are eaten fresh. No more details are given.

Description of the plant:



Plant:
Perennial


Height:
100 cm
(3 1/4 foot)

Flowering:
July to
October

Habitat of the herb:

Low to medium altitudes.

Propagation of Astilbe longicarpa:

Seed - we have no details for this species but suggest sowing the seed in a greenhouse in early spring. Only just cover the seed. When large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and grow them on in a cold frame until they are at least 20cm tall. Plant them out in the summer, or late in the following autumn. Division in spring. This is best done every 3 - 4 years in order to maintain the vigour of the plant. Larger divisions can be planted straight into their permanent positions whist smaller clumps are best potted up and kept in a cold frame until they are growing away well.

Cultivation of the herb:

Low to medium altitudes.

Medicinal use of Astilbe longicarpa:

None known

Known hazards of Astilbe longicarpa:

None known

Plant information taken from the Plants For A Future.