{"product_id":"zhi-mu-seeds-anemarrhena-asphodeloides-chinese-medicinal-herb","title":"Zhi Mu Seeds - Anemarrhena asphodeloides - Chinese Medicinal Herb","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZhi Mu\u003c\/strong\u003e (Anemarrhena asphodeloides), commonly known as 知母, is a perennial herbaceous plant native to East Asia with over 2,000 years of use in traditional Chinese medicine. This heirloom medicinal herb resembles tall grass but produces fragrant yellow-white or light purple flowers that open in the evening during late summer and autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerennial medicinal herb with 2,000+ years of traditional use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardy in zones 2-7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpreads by underground rhizomes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFragrant evening-blooming flowers in late summer and autumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRhizomes valued for antidiabetic and antibacterial properties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-GMO, open-pollinated heirloom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy germination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rhizomes are traditionally used in Chinese medicine for pneumonia, bronchitis, high fever, irritability, and insomnia. Noted for their antidiabetic and antibacterial properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuration: Perennial (hardy zones 2-7)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSun: Full sun (5+ hours direct sunlight or 12-16 hours fluorescent light)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpacing: 8-12\" between plants, rows 12-36\" apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth habit: Grass-like appearance with rhizomatous spread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoor Starting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow thinly in sterilized soil mix. Cover seeds with soil twice the seed thickness, press firmly, and water. Keep evenly moist (not soggy). Expose seedlings to direct light. Transplant to pots when large enough to handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutdoor Planting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start indoors and transplant after danger of frost has passed, or direct sow in rows 12-36\" apart. Cover seeds three times their thickness with soil, press firmly, and water. Keep evenly moist. Thin seedlings to 8-12\" apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintain even moisture throughout the growing season. Most sun-loving herbs require at least 5 hours of direct sunlight daily or 12-16 hours of fluorescent light for indoor growing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rhizomes are harvested for medicinal use. Flowers bloom in evening during late summer and autumn, adding ornamental value to the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGarden Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e While Zhi Mu grows like tall grass and spreads via rhizomes, it is not a true grass. The fragrant evening flowers and traditional medicinal value make this an interesting addition to herb gardens and medicinal plant collections.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CARIBBEAN GARDEN SEED","offers":[{"title":"Sml Packet- 10 Seeds","offer_id":28443109585,"sku":"P21254S","price":3.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Packet 30 Seeds","offer_id":28443109649,"sku":"P21255S","price":4.55,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Packet- 100 Seeds","offer_id":28443109713,"sku":"P21256S","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/5071\/files\/zhi-mu-seeds-anemarrhena-asphodeloides-chinese-medicinal-herb-3305399.jpg?v=1773880628","url":"https:\/\/caribbeangardenseed.com\/products\/zhi-mu-seeds-anemarrhena-asphodeloides-chinese-medicinal-herb","provider":"Caribbean garden seed","version":"1.0","type":"link"}