Bugleweed
Lycopus lucidus
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Bugleweed (Lycopus lucidus) este o plantă perenicolă cunoscută scientific sub numele de Lycopus lucidus. Este originară din regiuni ale Amurului, China Nord-Central și Sud-Central, Chita, Inner Mongolia, Irkutsk, Japoniei, Khabarovsk și alte părți ale Asiai de Est. Thrives în mediul umed sau moștenit cu expunere la lumină sau parte a luminii, fiind adaptabilă la diverse tipuri de suoli inclusiv suoli sandy, medium și clay. Consemnat pentru rădăcini sănătoase, Bugleweed este o plantă valoroasă în anumite tradiții culinare din zona sa nativală. Un caracter distinctiv al acestei plante este capacitatea lor de a crește până la 1 metru în înălțime, contribuind la valoarea ornamentală în gardenuri, în timp ce oferă și o sursă de alimente.
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What is Bugleweed?
Bugleweed (Lycopus lucidus) este o plantă perenicolă cunoscută scientific sub numele de Lycopus lucidus. Este originară din regiuni ale Amurului, China Nord-Central și Sud-Central, Chita, Inner Mongolia, Irkutsk, Japoniei, Khabarovsk și alte părți ale Asiai de Est.
Growingconditions · propagation · uses
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Bugleweed thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist or wet soil that is light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay). It is a perennial that can grow up to 1 meter tall. For best results, plant it where it will have consistent moisture. The root is edible but not commonly used for culinary purposes. This hardy plant is native to regions in Asia and is generally considered easy to cultivate in temperate climates.
Light
Full sun, Partial sun/shade
Water
Moist, Wet
Soil
Light (sandy), Medium, Heavy (clay)
Life cycle
Perennial
Mature size
1.0 m tall
For first-time growers
How to grow Bugleweed for the first time
8steps
Start with planting Bugleweed in a moist, sunny spot for your first gardening experience.
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What you'll need
Bugleweed plants or seeds, garden gloves, trowel.
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Best time to plant
Plant in spring after the last frost or fall before the first freeze.
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Soil and container prep
Choose a location with moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay). Ensure good drainage.
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Sowing or transplanting
Direct sow seeds in the ground or start them indoors 4-6 weeks before planting outside. Transplant young plants carefully.
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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 partial sun or full sun, keeping the soil consistently moist. Prune back in late winter to maintain shape.
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Harvest or pruning
Prune after flowering to encourage new growth and prevent self-seeding.
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Common mistakes
Overwatering, planting in too sunny a spot, neglecting to prune regularly.
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Edible & utility
Edible parts:Root
Edible uses: The root of Bugleweed is edible and can be prepared in various ways. It is often used raw or cooked, adding a mild flavor to dishes. Skip the detailed preparation methods as specific culinary uses are not provided.
Contextrange · companions · related
VIIDistribuție
15 native · 1 introduced
Distribuție
15 native · 1 introducedDistribution across2 continents· 15 native· 1 introduced
Europe1 region
introduced (1)Italy
Asia4 regions
native (4)ChinaJapanSouth KoreaTaiwan
Broader regions
native:Amur, Chita, Irkutsk, Khabarovsk, Kuril Is., Primorye, Sakhalin, Yakutskiya
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