Linum strictum
Family: Linaceae
What it is like
Linum strictum is a ANNUAL growing to 0.4 m (1ft 4in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.
Height (m): 0.4
Where it is found
Dry hills, sandy and rocky places, vineyards.
Central Europe to the Mediterranean and east to Afghanistan and Iran.
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Countries/locations it is found in
How it is used
Food
Rating: 0
Medicine
Rating: 1
The seeds are used as an emollient.
Emollient: Softens the skin, causing warmth and moisture.
Other
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How it is grown
Prefers a light well-drained moderately fertile humus-rich soil in a sunny sheltered position.
Propagating it: Seed - sow early spring in situ.
Best place to grow: Cultivated Beds;
Habit: Annual
Hardiness: 5-9
Growth:
Soil: Light (sandy), medium
Shade: No shade
Moisture: Dry, moist