Greater celandine, Chelidonium majus is a bushy plant of about 50 cm with mate green leaves and vivid yellow flowers composed of 4 petals. It belongs to the family of Papaveraceae and flourishes from spring to Autumn and will creates a powerful display in your garden. The plant has been rumoured to have beneficial properties in homeopathy. Please note the plant and sap of this plant are toxic to human and pets. Do not ingest the plant, sap or flowers. Please consult a qualified herbalist or health professional before using this plant other than for ornamental purpose.
Scientific Name: Chelidonium majus
Plant Life Cycle: Perennial
Optimal Germination Temperature: 20C
Germination time in days: Long
Sunlight: Full sun
Soil requirement: Sandy, loamy, well drained
Sowing and cultivation: Sow in compost in Spring, Feb to May. Please note the germination can take time. Transplant when the plant has about 5 leaves.
