Epilobium tetragonum (Onagraceae)

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Epilobium tetragonum
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The Epilobium tetragonum plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Onagraceae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as E. adnatum.

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Latin Name:  Epilobium tetragonum
Family:  Onagraceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.6   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Damp woodland clearings, hedgebanks, ditches and cultivated soil[17].

Propagation Notes: Seed - sow early spring in situ or as soon as the seed is ripe. Division in spring or autumn. Very easy, larger clumps can be replanted direct into their permanent positions, though it is best to pot up smaller clumps and grow them on in a cold frame until they are rooting well. Plant them out in the spring.

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