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Summary
Physical Characteristics
Achlys triphylla is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.4 m (1ft 4in). It is in flower from April to July. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Wind.
Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: acid, neutral and basic (alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland). It prefers moist soil.
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Synonyms
Habitats
Woodland Garden Dappled Shade; Shady Edge;
Edible Uses
Medicinal Uses
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Emetic Ophthalmic TB
The plant was used by native North Americans to treat anumber of health problems, though it is little used in modern herbalism[257, 270]. An infusion of the leaves was used in the treatment of tuberculosis and as an emetic[257, 270]. An infusion of the dry shredded roots was used to treat cataracts[257].
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Other Uses
Hair Repellent
The leaves have been dried and hung in houses to repel flies and mosquitoes[257]. A decoction of the plant has been used as a furniture and floor wash to get rid of lice, bedbugs and other household pests[257]. An infusion of the leaves has been used as a hair wash[257].
Special Uses
Cultivation details
A woodland plant, it requires a position in semi-shade and a humus-rich soil[280].
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Propagation
Seed - we have no information for this species, bu it is probably best sown as soon as it is ripe in a shady part of a cold frame. If stored seed is used, it should be sown as soon as it is received. Germination can be erratic. Prick out the seedlings as soon as they are large enough to handle and grow them on in a shady part of a greenhouse or cold frame for at least their first winter. Plant them out into their permanent positions during autumn or early winter. Division should be possible in early spring or just after flowering.
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Found In
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Weed Potential
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Please note that a plant may be invasive in one area but may not in your area so it’s worth checking.
Conservation Status
IUCN Red List of Threatened Plants Status :
Growth: S = slow M = medium F = fast. Soil: L = light (sandy) M = medium H = heavy (clay). pH: A = acid N = neutral B = basic (alkaline). Shade: F = full shade S = semi-shade N = no shade. Moisture: D = dry M = Moist We = wet Wa = water.
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