St. Benedict's Thistle - Cnicus benedictus
hp34 (Cnicus benedictus)
Description
Annual plant from the Mediterranean that grows up to 60 cm high. The medicinal plant, which is rich in bitter substances, can support digestion and strengthen nerves. Sow directly in spring, do not transplant. Cultivation in Quickpots without pricking out
Variety-specific characteristics
| Use | Herbal tea |
|---|---|
| Lifespan | annual |
| also available as seed disk | No |
| also available as seed mat | No |
| Positive for pollinators | No |
| Cnicus benedictus | |
| Seed spacing in the row | 30 cm |
| Seed spacing between the row | 30 cm |
| Sowing depth | 0.5 cm |
| Well suited for manual incorporation | No |
Explanations
Hortus officinarium: The non-profit association Hortus officinarum has been committed to the maintenance and breeding of medicinal plants using bio-dynamic methods. The aim of Hortus officinarum is to provide high-quality varieties of medicinal plant species from top sources – pure lines and with strong vitality.