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Common Waterwort (Callitriche palustris) is a perennial herb known for its light-loving nature and adaptability to various habitats across the globe, from Afghanistan and Alaska to Europe and North America. Common Waterwort (Latin: Callitriche palustris) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Common Waterwort is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Common Waterwort is a member native to AFG, ASK, ALB, ABT, ALU, and ALT. Common Waterwort thrives in light to medium soil with a pH between 5.2 and 6.8, preferring areas that are consistently moist or wet.
Common Waterwort grows best in 7/10 light, water water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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