Arctium Lappa Natural habitat is waste ground, hedgerows but occasionally found in meadows and woodland. Prefers a moist soil in full sun to semi shade. It is cultivated in Japan for its edible root. Best sown late autumn or early spring in situ, pre soaking or scarification of seeds aids germination. Source Buckinghamshire. Biennial
An alternative herb. Lappa, Beggars Buttons, Hgt to 100cm Flowers July to September