Macrotomia perennis

Family: Boraginaceae

What it is like

Macrotomia perennis is a PERENNIAL. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy) soils and prefers well-drained 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

Where it is found

3000 - 4200 metres.

E. Asia - Himalayas from Kashmir to Kumaon.

Conservation Status:

Countries/locations it is found in

How it is used

Food

Rating: 1

Root. No further details are given.

Root: includes bulbs, corms, tubers, rhizomes etc.

Medicine

Rating: 1

The roots are bruised and applied to eruptions.

Other

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How it is grown

We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it could succeed outdoors in many parts of this country. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. This species is not in the IOPI list of plant names. Requires a well-drained gritty soil and a sunny position in the rock garden or on a dry wall. 240159

Propagating it: Seed - sow spring in a greenhouse. Germination usually takes place within 2 - 8 weeks at 20°c. When large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and grow them on in the greenhouse for their first winter. Plant out in late spring or early summer, after the last expected frosts. It is best to harvest the seed when it is slightly under-ripe, since it is quickly dispersed when ripe. Cuttings with a heel in the autumn in sand in a cold frame. Root cuttings in sand in a frame during the winter.

Best place to grow: Cultivated Beds; South Wall. In. West Wall. In.

Habit: Perennial

Hardiness:

Growth:

Soil: Light (sandy)

Shade: No shade

Moisture: Dry, moist

Things to keep in mind

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Macrotomia perennis.