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Greater Celandine (Chelidonium majus), a perennial plant from the Papaveraceae family, is native to a wide range of countries across Europe and Asia, including Albania, Algeria, Austria, and many others listed in the data. Greater Celandine (Latin: Chelidonium majus, family Papaveraceae) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Greater Celandine 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.
Greater Celandine is a member of the Papaveraceae family native to ALB, ALG, ALT, AMU, AUT, and AZO. Greater Celandine thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-draining soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Greater Celandine grows best in USDA zone 5-8, full sun, 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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