Small Flowered Willow Herb

Epilobium parviflorum

Family: Onagraceae
Annual. Native to temperate Europe, Asia and North America.  The delicate pink flowers give way to elongated pods, which split, curl, and dress themselves with a downy cloud of pappus.  The herb contains high levels of beta-sitosterol, and is a specific for inflamed prostate, bladder and urethra.  Cultivation:   Extra care.  Light-dependent germinator.  Germ. in 7 days.  Likes good garden soil and plenty of moisture.  Transplant 6 inches apart.  Protect from deer. Grows up to 18 inches tall.


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