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Shepherd's Purse (Capsella bursa-pastoris) is an annual forb or herb that thrives in a wide range of environments across Europe, Asia, and North Africa. Shepherd's Purse (Latin: Capsella bursa-pastoris) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Shepherd's Purse is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Shepherd's Purse is a member native to AFG, ALB, ALG, ALT, AMU, and AUT. Shepherd's Purse thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Shepherd's Purse grows best in USDA zone 6-10, full sun, partial sun/shade light, dry, moist water, and annual life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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