Pepper saxifrage
Silaum silaus
A member of the carrot family and typically associated with unimproved hay meadows. It is a perennial with clusters of small yellowy/creamy flowers. A food source for pollinators such as bees and butterflies. When crushed, the leaves smell peppery or spicy.
Availability: low stock available
Price: from £0.80 per plant. See all prices.
Description
Common name: Pepper saxifrage
Scientific name: Silaum silaus
Growing conditions: Likes moist/damp soils but will grow in a wide variety of conditions.
Flowers: June to September
Height: up to 60cm
Also known as: Hedge Garlic, Wild chervil, Pepperwort.
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