Epilobium glabellum
Family: Onagraceae
What it is like
Epilobium glabellum is an evergreen Perennial growing to 0.2 m (0ft 8in) by 0.2 m (0ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in leaf all year, in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.
Height (m): 0.2
Where it is found
Loamy soils, flats and hillsides in eastern Australia.
Australia, New Zealand.
Conservation Status:
Countries/locations it is found in
How it is used
Food
Rating: 1
Young leaves and shoots - cooked.
Medicine
Rating: 1
Treats urinary disorders.
Diuretic: Acts on the kidneys, promoting the flow of urine.
Urinary: Treats urinary problems, including urinary tract infection (UTI).
Other
Rating: 3
A useful ground cover plant.
Ground cover: Ground Cover
How it is grown
Prefers a well-drained but moisture retentive soil in a sunny position or in partial shade. Succeeds in most soils. Possibly hardy to about -15°c. Plants are semi-evergreen.
Propagating it: Seed - sow early spring in situ or as soon as the seed is ripe. Division in spring or autumn. Very easy, larger clumps can be replanted direct into their permanent positions, though it is best to pot up smaller clumps and grow them on in a cold frame until they are rooting well. Plant them out in the spring.
Best place to grow: Ground Cover;
Habit: Perennial
Hardiness: 7-10
Growth:
Soil: Light (sandy), medium, heavy (clay)
Shade: Semi-shade, no shade
Moisture: Moist