Manchurian yellow loosestrife
Lysimachia barystachys
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Pl. B003 — Lysimachia barystachys
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Overview
Manchurian yellow loosestrife, scientifically known as Lysimachia barystachys, is a perennial plant native to regions including Amur, China, Japan, and Korea. It thrives in moist environments with light or partial sun exposure, making it adaptable to various soil types such as sandy, medium, and clay soils. Hardy from zones 4-8, this plant reaches heights of about 0.6 meters and is valued for its edible leaves. Its native range extends across Amur, China North-Central, South-Central, and Southeast regions, as well as Inner Mongolia, Khabarovsk, and Manchuria. One distinctive feature of the Manchurian yellow loosestrife is its ability to grow in diverse conditions, making it a versatile addition to gardens or natural settings.
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What is Manchurian yellow loosestrife?
Manchurian yellow loosestrife, scientifically known as Lysimachia barystachys, is a perennial plant native to regions including Amur, China, Japan, and Korea. It thrives in moist environments with light or partial sun exposure, making it adaptable to various soil types such as sandy, medium, and clay soils.
Growingconditions · propagation · uses
VCultivation
Cultivation
Manchurian yellow loosestrife thrives in full sun to partial shade and requires moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay). It is hardy in zones 4-8 and grows up to 0.6 meters tall as a perennial. Propagate through division of the roots in spring or from seeds sown directly into the garden bed. Harvest its edible leaves for culinary use.
Light
Full sun, Partial sun/shade
Water
Moist
Soil
Light (sandy), Medium, Heavy (clay)
Hardiness
4-8
Life cycle
Perennial
Mature size
0.6 m tall
For first-time growers
How to grow Manchurian yellow loosestrife for the first time
7steps
Start with Manchurian yellow loosestrife by ensuring it has the right conditions and care, making your first gardening experience a success.
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What you'll need
A small plant or seeds, a container or garden bed, good quality soil, water, and a trowel.
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Best time to plant
Plant in spring after the last frost or in early fall before the first freeze.
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Soil and container prep
Use well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5, ensuring it's light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
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Sowing or transplanting
Transplant young plants into the garden bed or container, spacing them about 30 cm apart to allow for growth.
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First two weeks
Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Monitor for any signs of stress or pests.
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Ongoing care
Provide full sun to partial shade, and ensure consistent moisture by watering deeply once a week. Fertilize lightly in spring.
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Harvest or pruning
Prune back after flowering to encourage new growth and maintain the plant's shape.
VIEdible & utility
Edible & utility
Edible parts:Leaves
Edible uses: The Manchurian yellow loosestrife's leaves are edible and can be eaten raw or cooked. They are often used in salads for their mild flavor or steamed as a vegetable. Skip the detailed preparation methods since specific recipes were not provided.
Contextrange · companions · related
VIIDistribution
10 native · 1 introduced
Distribution
10 native · 1 introducedDistribution across1 continent· 10 native· 1 introduced
Asia4 regions
native (3)ChinaJapanSouth Korea
introduced (1)Georgia
Broader regions
native:Amur, Khabarovsk, Primorye
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