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Lavatera cachemiriana, known as Lavatera, is a perennial plant native to regions including Afghanistan, Iran, Kirgizstan, Nepal, Pakistan, Tajikistan, and the West Himalaya. Lavatera (Latin: Lavatera cachemiriana) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Lavatera is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Lavatera is a member native to AFG, IRN, KGZ, NEP, PAK, and TZK. Lavatera thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Lavatera grows best in USDA zone 7-10, full sun light, dry, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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