Scurvy-grass

Plant Characteristics
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Cultivation

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Scientific Names

Read about Scurvy-grass in the Standard Cyclopedia of Horticulture
Scurvy-grass (Cochlearia officinalis, Linn.), a common European perennial, is so called from its anti-scorbutic qualities which have long been recognized. Stimulant, diuretic, stomachic, and laxative properties have been ascribed to it. In general appearance—leaf, flower, and fruit—it somewhat resembles its close relative, water-cress, but in flavor it is acrid, bitter, pungent, and has a strong suggestion of tar. Bruising reveals a disagreeable odor. When cultivated it is treated as an annual, the seed being sown on garden loam in a cool, shady place where the plants are to remain. It is grown to a limited extent in America, has escaped from cultivation, but so far has not become obnoxious as a weed like water-cress and horse-radish. Consult Vol. II, p. 808, for botanical description. ^CH The above text is from the Standard Cyclopedia of Horticulture. It may be out of date, but still contains valuable and interesting information which can be incorporated into the remainder of the article. Click on "Collapse" in the header to hide this text.

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