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Seeds - Blue Cohosh
Seeds - Blue Cohosh
Seeds - Blue Cohosh
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Seeds - Blue Cohosh

Caulophyllum thalictroides

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Catégories: médicinale, nectarifère, nouveauté, résiste aux cerfs, vivace,

Aire de répartition indigène: MB, ON, QC, NB, NS,

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Blue cohosh (Caulophyllum thalictroides) is a native perennial plant found in the moist understories of North American hardwood forests. This plant can reach up to one metre in height and is characterized by its large, compound leaves. In the spring, blue cohosh produces small clusters of green-yellow to bluish flowers, which later give way to dark blue berries. Adapted to shaded environments, it is commonly found in deciduous forests, where it contributes to forest flora diversity.

Medicinal and Culinary Uses
Blue cohosh is known for its medicinal uses, particularly in gynecology. Its roots and rhizomes possess antispasmodic and stimulating properties. In modern herbal medicine, it is often used to treat gynecological issues, but its use should be supervised due to the potential for side effects at high doses.

Ecological Roles
Blue cohosh plays an important ecological role in moist forest ecosystems. Its berries, though toxic to humans, are consumed by certain bird species. Additionally, this plant effectively covers the forest floor, helping prevent erosion and promoting moisture retention, which is beneficial in shaded forest environments. Its presence enhances the understory's biodiversity, providing habitat for small organisms.

 

Blue cohosh seeds require cold stratification to ensure germination. See the cultivation notes below for more details.

Akène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.

Growing Notes | Seeds - Blue Cohosh

To germinate, Blue Cohosh seeds usually require scarification by soaking and two periods of cold stratification, each lasting 60 days.

However, the Blue Cohosh seeds we offer at Akène have already completed an initial 90-day cold stratification period.

They should then be kept at room temperature, away from light, and in their original packaging during the month of February. After this, you can return the same packaging to the fridge for a second 60-day cold stratification period.

Alternatively, you can sow the seeds outdoors in the fall to allow natural stratification to occur. Germination can be slow and irregular, and seeds may take several seasons to germinate, as they often require multiple cycles of warm and cold to break dormancy.

Sow the seeds at a depth of approximately 12 mm in moist, well-drained substrate, then space the plants 30 to 45 cm apart when transplanting to ensure optimal development and prevent root competition.

Blue Cohosh thrives in rich, humus-rich soils that are neutral to slightly acidic and well-drained. Consistently moist soil, without being waterlogged, is ideal for its growth. This plant prefers partial to full shade, typical of mixed forest understories. Filtered light exposure promotes optimal growth.

It’s important to note that the plant may take several years to reach maturity and bloom.

This plant is known for its slow growth and difficulty establishing from seeds. Patience is therefore essential when cultivating it. Once established, it can slowly spread through rhizomes, forming dense colonies.

Seeds per packet: 15

Family: Berberidaceae

Scientific name: Caulophyllum thalictroides

Life cycle: Perennial

Hardiness zone: 3

Soil type: Sandy to silty

Soil moisture level: Humid

Soil - additional attributes: Well-drained, rich in organic matter

Light: Shade, partial shade

Blooming: May

Spacing: 60 cm

Height: 100 cm

Deer resistance: High

Stratification: 60 days

Scarification: Soak in hot water for 12 hours

Germination time:

Sowing depth: 12 mm