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Cochlearia officinalis
Cold-hardy biennial or perennial herb in the brassica (cabbage) family, naturally occuring along coasts as well as high on mountainsides. Leaves are extremely bitter but very high in vitamin C, hence the alternative name ‘scurvy grass’. The leaves were used extensively by sailors in the past to present scurvy. Chop the leaves finely into salads of a variety of other green to disguise the bitterness. The bruised leaves can also be used medicinally to heal ulcers. As with other members of this family, the flowers are edible and attract bees. Height to 30cm but usually lower growing. 9cm pot. Certified organic plant.
Freight: full list of freight and packing charges.
N.B. Shipping costs are added AFTER you have placed your order, you will then be emailed an invoice with bank details.
Smallest box rate:
This can fit up to 9 plants in 9cm pots.
Shipping a single tree can be expensive. We may be able to fit more in the box for the same price! See our shipping rates for single and multi tree boxes.
Combining sizes?
No problem, we will work out the best rate for you once you’ve placed your order.
Jo has a passion for growing herbs but is not a qualified herbalist and has no medical background.
We are lucky to have Patricia Beagle working here at times, who is qualified, and some of her advice does appear on these pages, but herbs act differently for different people and can interact with other medicines. We therefore always recommend that you consult with your own qualified health-care practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing or on any medications.
Kahikatea Farm cannot take any responsibility for any adverse effects from the use of the plants or a plant not having the effect it is reputed to have.
