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Pumila Spirea, scientifically known as Astilbe chinensis, is a perennial plant native to Inner Mongolia and other regions of Asia, including Assam, China South-Central, East Himalaya, Myanmar, and Tibet. Pumila Spirea (Latin: Astilbe chinensis, family Saxifragaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Pumila Spirea is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Pumila Spirea is a member of the Saxifragaceae family native to ASS, CHC, EHM, MYA, and CHT. Pumila Spirea thrives in partial sun to shade and requires moist to wet soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Pumila Spirea grows best in USDA zone 4-8, partial sun/shade light, moist, wet water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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