Lovage - pot ø13 cm (Levisticum officinale)
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Product information "Lovage - pot ø13 cm (Levisticum officinale)"
Lovage is also known by the name maggi plant. It is an easy perennial, native to southern Europe, which can grow up to 2m high. The appearance of the plant, as well as the taste and smell, resemble celery (maggi). Lovage has hollow stems and deep green, serrated leaves. The herb blooms from June to August with small greenish-yellow umbels and has a nice, spicy fragrance.
CULTIVATION TIPS:
Lovage thrives in both sunny and semi-shaded locations. It requires a well-drained, humus-rich and moist soil.
In a herb garden it is advisable to reserve a spot somewhere at the back, due to the great height of the plant. Lovage can also be grown in a pot on the terrace or balcony, but make sure to use a sturdy and large pot (minimum 24 cm). Regular manuring is necessary. In the winter the above ground parts die.
CULINARY:
Both the leaves, stems, and seeds can be used in cooking.
Lovage is a true seasoning. For people following a salt-free diet, lovage (= maggi) can replace salt. The fresh leaves, chopped, give a spicy flavor to various dishes: soups, sauces, stews, ragouts and mixed salads. Fresh leaves are best added just before serving. However, they may also be cooked along in your dishes without losing flavor.
For example, in mussels this is a topper: lovage is spicier than the traditional celery, which is why it is sometimes called mussel spice.
The stems can be used to cook with in your soups or stews to give off their flavor.
The seeds can be baked into bread or cake to give it extra flavor.
MEDICINAL:
Lovage is no stranger to homeopathy and traditional folk medicine.
Decoctions of the leaves and roots have a stomach strengthening effect and help with stomach cramps and bloating. Lava tea from the leaves promotes appetite and digestion.
Product specifications
| Application / use plant: | Unknown - n/a |
|---|---|
| Average number per m²: | 7 |
| Bloom Month: | July, August |
| Bloom color: | Yellow, Green |
| Branches / bark: | Unknown - n/a |
| Dutch plant name: | Lavas, Maggikruid, Maggiplant |
| English plant name: | Lovage |
| Flower color - details: | Yellow, green |
| Frost hardiness - details: | Excellent (-34 till -29°c), usda zone 4 |
| Frost resistance: | Extrême winter hardiness |
| Fruit: | Unknown - n/a |
| Full grown plant height: | 175 cm |
| German plant name: | Liebstöckel, Maggikraut |
| Growth habit : | Unknown - n/a |
| Humidity/Soil: | Moist soil |
| Humidity/Soil - details: | Normal |
| Latin plant family: | Apiaceae |
| Leaf / Foliage: | Green |
| Leaf / foliage - details: | Deciduous, green |
| Location: | Halfshadow, Full sun |
| Location - details: | Half shade, sun |
| Minimum growing height (in cm): | 150 |
| Plant characteristic: | Nvt |
| Plant family: | Apiaceae family |
| Planting distance: | 5-8 pieces per m² (35-45 cm apart) |
| Pruning period: | March |
| Synonym / Trade name: | Ligusticum levisticum |
| Winter foliage: | Losing leaf |
| maximal growth height (in cm): | 175 |
| type of crop: | Perennial plant |
| type of soil: | Clay soil (calcareous), Normal soil, Peaty soil (acidic) |
| type of soil / ground - details: | Any type of soil |
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