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Image of Tropaeolum majus
VII Region, Duao, Chile
Altitude: 0-20 m. 07 27, 2008
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| Species: | Tropaeolum majus L. | |
| Family: | Tropaeolaceae |  |
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| English Name: | Nasturtium | |
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| Record: | 1086 |
| About 24 Tropaeolum in Chile and 17 in our data base. | |
| About 25 Tropaeolaceae in Chile and 17 in our data base. |
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| Foreign Not Frequent
Height:100 Excellent ornamental value (A +) |
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Image of Tropaeolum majus VII Region, Duao, Chile
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DESCRIPTIONPlant type: Perennial Flower: Red, 5 petals Height:100
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Image of Tropaeolum majus VII Region, Duao, Chile
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HABITATIn Chile this species grows in the following environmental conditions:
Habitat according to altitude: Coastal mountains, 500 - 2000 m.
Watering conditions: Somewhat dry areas where the drought may last 3 - 5 months. Precipitations of 400 - 800 mm. are concentrated in winter.
Light conditions: Fully exposed to the sun. Level areas or slopes facing north.
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Image of Tropaeolum majus VII Region, Duao, Chile
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USESExcellent ornamental value (A +)
Useful properties: Medicinal
This plant has many traditional applications. Its foremost use is medicinal, and it is said to have effect antibiotic and antiseptic effects, and to act as expectorant, diuretic, and emmenagogue. In this sense it is an excellent option for common cold treatment. The most common way to consume it is as infusion of leaves. The raw leaves and flowers can be used as part of salads as well. |
GROWING TIPSThis species has the following hardiness: USDA Hardiness Zone 9. The plant does not tolerate snow, but can tolerate occasional freezing spells of about - 5° C (the typical morning frost of central Chile).
Very easy to cultivate
If you are interested in purchasing seeds of this or similar species, please go to our On-line Seeds Shop. |
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