What is Udo?
Udo (Aralia cordata) is a perennial subshrub or herb known for its ornamental and edible qualities. Udo (Latin: Aralia cordata) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
What is Udo? — PlantSage
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What is Udo
— Short, snippet-friendly answers to the most-asked questions about Udo (Aralia cordata). For the full profile with citations, open the main page.
What is Udo used for?
Udo is most often used to support immune support and digestion. Each claim is rated by evidence strength - see the full profile for citations.
Is Udo safe?
Udo is generally considered safe when used at traditional doses. Always consult a clinician before using any herbal preparation — especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, while on medication, or for children.
Where does Udo grow?
Udo is a member native to CHC, CHS, JAP, KOR, KUR, and NNS. Udo (Aralia cordata) thrives in partial sun to full shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils that are light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Can I grow Udo at home?
Udo grows best in USDA zone 4-9, partial sun/shade, full shade light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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