Lavatera
Herb latin name: Lavatera,Lavatera Extract
Latin name: Lavatera thuringiaca
Synonyms: Lavatera olbiaLavatera olbia
Family: Malvaceae (Mallow Family)
Habitat of the herb: the herb: Hills, thickets and waysides, by streams to 2800 metres. Other uses of Lavatera: A strong fibre is obtained from the stems, it isHabitat of the herb: the herb: Hills, thickets and waysides, by streams to 2800 metres.
Other uses of Lavatera: A strong fibre is obtained from the stems, it is used for making string, bags, paper etc.
Propagation of the herb: Seed - sow spring in a cold frame and only just cover the seed. Germination is usually quick and good. Prick out the seedlings into individual pots when they are large enough to handle and plant them out in early summer. Basal cuttings in spring. Cuttings of softwood in June/July.
Cultivation of Lavatera: Hills, thickets and waysides, by streams to 2800 metres.
Medicinal use of the herb: None known
Known hazards of Lavatera thuringiaca: None known
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