Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Lady's Thumb |
| Also Known As | Redshank |
| Scientific Name | Persicaria maculosa |
| MainColor | Pink |
| PlantType |  Herb |
| Distribution |  Invasive |
| Season Found | July (Jul - Sep) |
| ImageUrl | Persicaria-001 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | St Albans |
| Country Found | UK |
| Last Updated | 03 September 2026 |
| Photo Quality | A |
Flower Details
Description
Annual herb with lance-shaped leaves (often bearing a dark blotch) and dense spikes of pinkish-red flowers.
Distribution
Native to Europe and Asia, widespread across the UK in damp soils, riverbanks, and cultivated ground.
Medicinal/Other Uses
Traditionally used as a mild astringent and anti-inflammatory herb for skin and digestive ailments.
Edibility
Young leaves are edible raw or cooked, though slightly peppery. Seeds can be ground into flour.
Human Toxicity
Non_ToxicContains oxalates; large consumption may irritate kidneys or joints in susceptible people.
Pet Toxicity
Not Toxic
Active Compounds
Flavonoids (rutin, quercetin), tannins, oxalic acid.