Pleurospermum uralense
Pleurospermum uralense
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Pl. 528B — Pleurospermum uralense
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IOverview
Overview
Pleurospermum uralense, a biennial or perennial plant native to regions including Altay, Buryatiya, and China North-Central, is known for its edible leaves. This hardy plant thrives in full sun to partial shade, requiring moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay). Standing up to 1 meter tall, it has a wide native range extending from East European Russia and Siberia to Japan and Korea. The plant is also found in various locations across China, Inner Mongolia, and parts of Kazakhstan and Mongolia. Its adaptability makes it a valuable addition to gardens for both ornamental and culinary purposes.
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What is Pleurospermum uralense?
Pleurospermum uralense, a biennial or perennial plant native to regions including Altay, Buryatiya, and China North-Central, is known for its edible leaves. This hardy plant thrives in full sun to partial shade, requiring moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Growingconditions · propagation · uses
VCultivation
Cultivation
Pleurospermum uralense thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist soil that is light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay). This plant can grow up to 1 meter tall and is both biennial and perennial. It is hardy in temperate regions and is native to a wide range of locations including Altay, Buryatiya, China North-Central, Chita, East European Russia, Inner Mongolia, Irkutsk, Japan, and other areas. To propagate, gardeners can use seeds or division methods. The edible parts are the leaves.
Light
Full sun, Partial sun/shade
Water
Moist
Soil
Light (sandy), Medium, Heavy (clay)
Life cycle
Biennial, Perennial
Mature size
1.0 m tall
For first-time growers
How to grow Pleurospermum uralense for the first time
8steps
Start with Pleurospermum uralense by planting it in a sunny spot and providing basic care.
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What you'll need
Seeds or young plants, potting soil, containers if needed.
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Best time to plant
Plant in spring after the last frost or in fall before the first freeze.
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Soil and container prep
Use well-draining soil with a mix of light (sandy), medium, and heavy (clay) textures.
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Sowing or transplanting
Direct sow seeds 1 cm deep in the garden bed or start young plants indoors before transplanting.
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First two weeks
Water regularly to keep soil moist but not waterlogged. Monitor for pests and diseases.
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Ongoing care
Provide full sun to partial shade, regular watering, and occasional pruning to maintain shape.
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Harvest or pruning
Prune after flowering to encourage bushier growth and remove dead foliage.
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Common mistakes
Overwatering, planting in heavy clay soil without drainage, neglecting sun exposure.
VIEdible & utility
Edible & utility
Edible parts:Leaves
Edible uses: The leaves of Pleurospermum uralense are edible and can be consumed fresh or used in various preparations. They are typically eaten raw, added to salads for a mild flavor, or incorporated into soups and stews for additional nutrition.
Contextrange · companions · related
VIIDistribution
23 native · 0 introduced
Distribution
23 native · 0 introducedDistribution across2 continents· 23 native
Europe1 region
native (1)Russia
Asia5 regions
native (5)ChinaJapanKazakhstanMongoliaSouth Korea
Broader regions
native:Altay, Buryatiya, Irkutsk, Kamchatka, Khabarovsk, Krasnoyarsk, Kuril Is., Primorye, Sakhalin, Tuva, Yakutskiya, Chita
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