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Megacarpaea polyandra (1 Page of 5) The Megacarpaea polyandra plant species is found in E. Asia - Himalayas from Kashmir to C. Nepal. It is a member of the Cruciferae family. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Megacarpaea polyandra Family: Cruciferae Author: Benth. Known Hazards: None known Mature Height: 1.8 Mature Width: 1 Habitat: Alpine meadows and open forests, 3000 - 4300 metres[187].
Propagation Notes: Seed - we have no information for this species but suggest sowing the seed as soon as it is ripe in a cold frame if this is possible. Otherwise sow it in early spring in a cold frame. Prick the seedlings out into individual pots when they are large enough to handle and grow them on in the greenhouse or cold frame for at least their first winter. Plant out into their permanent positions in late spring or early summer.
Root cuttings may succeed[200].
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