Humulus lupulus Magnum - Common Hop

Humulus lupulus Magnum, also known as hops, is a rhizomatous climbing plant that originates from Europe and Asia. These hops have rough stems that allow it to climb in a copse as well as trees. These rapidly growing stems can reach over 6m (20ft) in length in a single season. Humulus is a herbaceous plant. It mostly grows in sheltered areas from the wind and in rich and deep soils, in a temperate climate.

Its tender green leaves are round, lobed, and rough, consisting of 3 to 5 lobes. This perennial plant is dioecious (the flowers of opposite sexes are found on different plants). Hops have long been used by brewers for beer production, especially the female flowers that produce the cone shaped fruits.  The Magnum variety is a selection with larger cones than the typical variety.  In the past, these cones were used to ensure the preservation of beer, and this tradition has continued.

If you suffer from insomnia, you can also gather hop leaves, spread them in a dry place, and make sure to turn them every day. Once the leaf is completely dried, stuff your pillow with it, and thanks to the properties  of the dried leaves, you will have peaceful nights.

Hops should be planted in fertile soil that is not waterlogged.  Plant them in full sun or partial shade, during spring, in a warm and sheltered location. The stems can be guided using trellises. It mixes well with other climbing plants, especially roses. However, these robust plants, once established, can overwhelm more delicate neighbouring plants.

Hops should be pruned back to 25cm (10in) in height at the end of winter. The flowers appear from July to September. It is an easy plant to cultivate.

Note: The species is dioecious. The male flowers are in clusters, and the female flowers are pendant ovate cones with filiform stigmas.

The female flowers have long thread-like stigmas.

It is impossible for us to differentiate between male and female plants for your order.