Lady’s Mantle
Alchemilla vulgaris
Family: Rosaceae
Perennial ground cover. Native to Europe, temperate Asia and
North America. Richly- scalloped, deep-green leaves funnel and collect
dewdrops that magnify and glisten in the morning light. Tea useful
for treating PMS or menopausal-type mood swings. Cultivation:
Extra care. Short-lived seed. Light-dependent germinator. Sow
outdoors or in an unheated greenhouse, in fall or early spring. Oscillating
temperatures preferred. Germ. in 15-22 days. Plant prefers
partial shade to full sun; moisture. Plant 1 foot apart. Flowers
yellow to 1 foot.
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