Paris — 3 species
Botanical species in the genus Paris recorded in the PlantPeers database.
EdibleMedicinal
Paris polyphylla
Paris polyphylla
Family: Melanthiaceae
Cultivation
This species is hardy to about -15°c according to one report, though another says that plants only succeed outdoors in southern and western Britain. Easily grown in a moist humus-rich soil in woodland conditions, succeeding in full or partial shade. Prefers a light sandy loam.
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Medicinal
Paris quadrifolia
Paris quadrifolia
Family: Melanthiaceae
Cultivation
Easily grown in a humus-rich soil in woodland conditions. Prefers a light sandy loam. Plants are hardy to about -15°c.
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Edible