Lepidium didymum aka Lesser Swine Cress

Taxonomy

Common names

Lesser Swine Cress, Lesser Swinecress, Lesser Swine's Cress

How to care for Lesser Swine Cress

Difficulty

Even if you don't have a green thumb, you can successfully care for Lesser Swine Cress due to its easy-going nature.

Water

Lesser Swine Cress should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Lighting

To ensure optimal growth, the Lesser Swine Cress prefers bright diffused light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

Dormancy

During the wintertime, it's common for Lesser Swine Cress to go dormant and their growth may slow down, so waterings should be spaced out more.

Toxicity

There is no verified data on the toxicity of this plant in the records of Ploi. If any person, including yourself, a family member, or a pet, consume plant material with an uncertain toxicity level, it is advisable to seek the advice of a healthcare expert.


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