Comfrey - Symphytum (Taxonomy, Characteristics, Distribution, Images)

Comfrey

Creeping Comfrey is a perennial, herbaceous plant that reaches heights of growth of 15 to 40 centimeters. The plant forms a not knollig thickened and largely resting on the substrate rhizome. There are creeping or ascending sterile as well as more or less upright flowering shoots. The calyx is 3 to 6 millimeters long.

Scientific classification

Genus

Comfrey (Symphytum)

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Deciduous

Leaf type

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Images of Comfrey

Species

Common comfrey Tuberous comfrey Russian Comfrey Prickly comfrey White comfrey Caucasian comfrey Comfrey Common comfrey

Care Guide for Comfrey

Every 1-2 weeks

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Originating from moist areas, comfrey prefers evenly moist soil but can tolerate brief droughts due to a deep root system. Watering should occur every 1-2 weeks, allowing the soil to dry slightly. Growth is influenced by rainfall, requiring increased watering during dry spells.

Propagation: Comfrey can be propagated through seed, root cuttings, and division, with root cutting being most common. Success requires moist, well-draining soil and partial shade to full sun. Handle carefully due to its rough surface. Ideal to propagate in early spring or fall.

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