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Bei Sha Shen, scientifically known as Glehnia littoralis, is a perennial herb native to regions including Alaska, British Columbia, California, and various parts of China and Japan. Bei Sha Shen (Latin: Glehnia littoralis, family Lamiaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Bei Sha Shen is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Bei Sha Shen is a member of the Lamiaceae family native to ASK, BRC, CAL, CHN, CHS, and JAP. Bei Sha Shen, or Glehnia littoralis, thrives in partial sun to full sun and prefers moist, well-drained soil that is light (sandy) or medium.
Bei Sha Shen grows best in full sun, partial sun/shade light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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