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Empetrum nigrum
Crowberry
Evergreen shrub
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The Empetrum nigrum plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Empetraceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Crowberry.

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Latin Name:  Empetrum nigrum
Common Name:  Crowberry
Family:  Empetraceae
Author:  L.
 
Known Hazards:  None known
 
Mature Height:  0.3   Mature Width:  0.5
 
Habitat:  Moors and mountain tops, and in the drier parts of blanket bogs[17].



General Uses:  A purple dye is obtained from the fruit[115]. Can be used for groundcover in exposed locations[200]. Plants should be spaced about 25cm apart each way[208].

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The information above has been supplied solely via the hard work and dedication of the team at 'Plants for a Future'.
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