Pogontherum crinitum
Family: Poaceae or Gramineae
What it is like
Pogontherum crinitum is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.3 m (1ft). The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. 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): 0.3
Where it is found
Rocky cliffs and road banks in lowland areas of central and southern Japan. Open places in sandy soils at elevations of 500 - 1700 metres in Nepal.
E. Asia - China, Japan and India.
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Countries/locations it is found in
How it is used
Food
Rating: 0
Medicine
Rating: 1
The whole plant is depurative, diuretic and febrifuge. A decoction is used in the treatment of urinary tract infections, fevers due to influenza, jaundice and oedema.
Urinary: Treats urinary problems, including urinary tract infection (UTI).
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How it is grown
Not known
Propagating it: Seed -
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Habit: Perennial
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Growth:
Soil: Light (sandy), medium, heavy (clay)
Shade: Semi-shade, no shade
Moisture: Moist